Sanctions and pressure won’t resolve the Iran issue, China says

China’s foreign ministry spokesperson said on [date] that sanctions and pressure are not effective tools for solving the Iran problem, urging dialogue instead. “Sanctions and pressure will not help solve the Iran issue,” the spokesperson told reporters. The remarks came in response to ongoing international tensions over Iran’s nuclear program. Beijing reiterated its position that diplomatic engagement remains the only viable path forward. The spokesperson called on all parties to exercise restraint and avoid actions that could escalate the situation. China has consistently opposed unilateral sanctions, arguing that they harm ordinary people and complicate negotiations. The spokesperson did not specify which recent measures prompted the comment, but reaffirmed China’s commitment to a political solution. The statement aligns with China’s broader stance on the Iran nuclear file, where it has urged respect for sovereignty and a return to the 2015 nuclear deal framework.