China's foreign minister Wang Yi said on Monday that Israel's attacks on Iran citing "possible future threat" and US attacks on Tehran's nuclear facilities "sent wrong signals to the world and set a bad precedent".
China's foreign minister Wang Yi also criticised Israel for attacking Iran. (File)
{{^htLoading}} {{/htLoading}}
Wang made the remarks during a meeting with former British Prime Minister Tony Blair in Beijing on Monday, according to a statement released by his ministry.
He said all parties to the conflict must take measures to cool down the situation and return to dialogue and negotiation.
Russia slams the United States
China's remark came hours after Russian President Vladimir Putin slammed the US attacks on Iranian nuclear sites.
The Russian president said there was no justification for the US bombing of Iran and that Moscow was committed to helping the Iranian people.
Putin told Iran's foreign minister, Abbas Araqchi, in televised comments that the US aggression was unprovoked. "The absolutely unprovoked aggression against Iran has no basis and no justification," he said.
{{/usCountry}}
{{#usCountry}}
Putin told Iran's foreign minister, Abbas Araqchi, in televised comments that the US aggression was unprovoked. "The absolutely unprovoked aggression against Iran has no basis and no justification," he said.
{{/usCountry}}
"For our part, we are making efforts to assist the Iranian people," he added.
"I am very glad that you are in Moscow today, this will give us the opportunity to discuss all these pressing issues and think together about how we could get out of today's situation," he added.
Days after Israel's attack, the US on Saturday launched precision strikes on Iran's three nuclear sites. It used B-2 stealth bombers and Tomahawk missiles for the attack.
Follow the latest breaking news, major developments and agenda-setting stories from India and around the world with the newsdesk at Hindustan Times. Operating round the clock, the desk brings together experienced editors, reporters and correspondents to deliver fast, accurate and contextual reporting across subjects that influence public policy, governance, business, society and international affairs. The HT News Desk covers politics, elections, government policies, the economy, business and markets, science and technology, the environment, law and order, infrastructure, education, climate issues and geopolitics, while closely tracking developments across states, institutions and global capitals. The team also leads coverage of major breaking news events, policy announcements, court proceedings, natural disasters, public emergencies and significant international developments. Reports published by the newsdesk are based on information gathered from reporters on the ground, official statements, government agencies, court records, regulatory filings, recognised institutions and other authoritative sources. Stories undergo editorial scrutiny and verification processes to ensure accuracy, fairness and relevance, and are updated as events evolve and additional information becomes available. Whether covering a key political decision in New Delhi, an economic policy shift affecting millions, a landmark court ruling or a major global event, the HT News Desk aims to provide readers with reliable, fact-based journalism that delivers not only the latest developments but also the context and analysis needed to understand their wider implications.
Get the latest headlines from US news and global updates from Pakistan, Nepal, UK, Bangladesh, Russia and US Iran war Live, get all the latest headlines in one place on Hindustan Times.
Get the latest headlines from US news and global updates from Pakistan, Nepal, UK, Bangladesh, Russia and US Iran war Live, get all the latest headlines in one place on Hindustan Times.
Home/World News/China slams US for strikes on Iran nuclear sites: 'Set bad precedent'
{{^htLoading}}
Advertisement
{{/htLoading}}
SHARE THIS ARTICLE ON
{{#usCountry}}{{/usCountry}}
Hindustantimes wants to start sending you push notifications. Click allow to subscribe
