"Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian stated that the ongoing conflict around Hormuz threatens global energy security and China's oil supplies, warning that 'use of force will only lead to a vicious cycle.'"
"'If the war expands further and the situation deteriorates again, the entire region could be plunged into an uncontrollable situation,' Lin said, commenting on President Trump's threats."
"China has stepped up diplomatic engagement, holding talks with Iran and regional states to ensure at least partial oil and gas flows continue through Hormuz, despite broader shipping halting."
China has expressed concern over the escalating crisis in the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing the threat to global energy security and its own oil supplies. The Chinese Foreign Ministry warned that military actions could lead to a vicious cycle and an uncontrollable situation in the region. President Trump issued an ultimatum to Iran regarding the closure of the strait, while China has attempted to mediate by engaging with Iran and other regional states to maintain oil and gas flows despite the conflict.
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