China warned a Strait of Hormuz blockade threatens global trade and urged an
immediate ceasefire in the Iran conflict. Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun
called the war the “root cause,” urging calm as the US prepares to enforce an
embargo on ships entering Iranian ports. The remarks followed President Donald
Trump’s blockade pledge after failed Pakistan talks, which pushed Brent above
$100. Guo described negotiations as a step toward deescalation and urged
adherence to the ceasefire. He also denied reports China would supply weapons to
Iran, calling such claims groundless.
