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

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.