Houthi forces announced a maritime blockade on vessels entering and leaving Saudi Arabia and attacked a Saudi oil tanker. Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian said at a regular briefing on the 24th that China is closely monitoring Red Sea developments, that the sovereignty and security of regional states should be respected, and that the safety and openness of international sea lanes should be jointly safeguarded. China called on relevant parties to exercise restraint, resolve disputes through di

Houthi forces announced a maritime blockade on vessels entering and leaving Saudi Arabia and attacked a Saudi oil tanker. Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian said at a regular briefing on the 24th that China is closely monitoring Red Sea developments, that the sovereignty and security of regional states should be respected, and that the safety and openness of international sea lanes should be jointly safeguarded. China called on relevant parties to exercise restraint, resolve disputes through dialogue and consultation, avoid actions that escalate confrontation, and help restore peace and stability in the Gulf region promptly.