Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning presented Beijing's position during a press briefing on Thursday. “Lebanon's sovereignty and security must not be violated, and civilian lives and property must be protected,” she said.
She appealed to all parties involved to remain calm and exercise restraint. She also expressed hope that the temporary ceasefire between the United States and Iran would provide an opportunity for a diplomatic solution to the ongoing conflict.
China reacts to Donald Trump's announcement. “There are no winners”
Mao Ning also referred to the US president's announcement to introduce tariffs of 50%. for goods from countries supplying weapons to Iran. — China's position on tariffs is very clear: there are no winners in a tariff war, the spokeswoman emphasized.
The US-Iran peace agreement will not apply to Lebanon
The conflict between the US and Iran has been ongoing since February 28. American and Israeli authorities stressed that the agreed ceasefire does not cover military operations conducted on Lebanese territory.
Donald Trump announced that he would impose tariffs of 50% with immediate effect. on goods originating from countries supplying weapons to Iran. The president did not reveal details or name specific countries, but the main suppliers of military equipment to Tehran are Russia and China.
