Afghanistan, April 14 -- China has condemned the United States naval blockade of Iranian ports as "dangerous and irresponsible," warning it could escalate tensions and undermine a fragile ceasefire.
China's foreign ministry said on Tuesday that Washington's expanding military operations and targeted blockade measures risk destabilising the region and further weakening already delicate diplomatic efforts.
The ministry added that such actions threaten the security of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical route for global energy supplies, and could disrupt international trade flows.
The comments come after reports that a Chinese-linked tanker passed through the strait despite U.S. sanctions and enforcement measures, highlighti...