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China warns US not to interfere with Iran trade: What to know

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25.08.2026

China warns US not to interfere with Iran trade: What to know

China's Foreign Ministry said Beijing was firmly opposed to what it called “illegal unilateral sanctions” and would take “all necessary measures” to safeguard its rights.

Jack Dutton

Aug 25, 2026

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Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi speaks during a press conference with Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono after the Comprehensive Strategic Dialogue meeting at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Jakarta on Aug. 21, 2026. — BAY ISMOYO / AFP via Getty Images

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China has criticized US sanctions on Iran and threats of penalties for Tehran's economic partners, vowing to protect its interests and warning Washington not to “interfere” with its trade with Iran.

What happened: Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said in a news briefing on Tuesday that China was firmly opposed to what it called “illegal unilateral........

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