# China calls for diplomacy to resolve tensions over Iran

https://mins.news/en/item/27982

- CGTN, 2026-08-20 08:01 UTC
- World
- Original: https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-08-20/China-calls-for-diplomacy-to-resolve-tensions-over-Iran-1PLk3nGKHao/p.html?UTM_Source=cgtn&UTM_Medium=rss&UTM_Campaign=World

> China urged all relevant parties on Thursday to address tensions over Iran through political and diplomatic channels, following U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement of what he called “the most crushing economic operation” against the Islamic Republic. Spokesperson Lin Jian said sanctions and pressure would not solve the issue and called for responsible steps toward a political solution.

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