China Warns of “Uncontrollable” Escalation as Hormuz Crisis Deepens
China has warned of an 'uncontrollable situation' amid the escalating Strait of Hormuz crisis, urging all sides to halt military operations. The conflict threatens global energy supplies, with China being the world's largest importer of crude oil and a major buyer of Iranian oil.
China warned of an 'uncontrollable situation' in the Strait of Hormuz crisis. The US issued a 48-hour ultimatum to Iran to lift its partial closure of the strait. China's Foreign Ministry spokesman urged all sides to halt military operations, citing threats to global energy security. China maintains ties with Iran but does not support its attacks on Gulf countries. Beijing has tried to play a mediating role, dispatching its special envoy to push for de-escalation. Chinese officials have held talks with Iran and regional states to ensure partial oil and gas flows continue through Hormuz.
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