China to Play ‘Constructive Role’ to Ease Tensions After Reported Strike on Iran

Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Lin Jian speaking at the regular press briefing in Beijing on April 19, 2024. Image via the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

China said Friday that it will “continue to play a constructive role to de-escalate” tensions in the Middle East after Iranian media reported explosions heard near the city of Isfahan and US media quoted officials saying Israel had carried out retaliatory strikes on its arch-rival.

“China opposes any actions that further escalate tensions and will continue to play a constructive role to de-escalate the situation,” foreign ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said.

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