New Delhi, March 5 -- Jon Finer, former Principal Deputy National Security Adviser of the United States, said Iran may have received assistance from some of its international partners, including China, though he noted that Beijing has not openly provided military support during the ongoing tensions.

In an interview with ANI, Finer said China's diplomatic response so far has largely focused on condemning US actions and calling for de-escalation while offering rhetorical support to Iran.

"Well, you've seen what they've said. You know, I think on a diplomatic level, their messages have been twofold. One, condemning what the United States has done, calling for an end to the conflict, and providing rhetorical support for Iran. Two, they're n...