China Warns of Taking Measures Amid US-Iran Tensions

China has issued a major warning amid the ever-increasing tensions between the US and Iran in West Asia. China said that Beijing will closely monitor the whole situation and will unhesitatingly take whatever necessary measures to safeguard its rights and interests. The Chinese Foreign Ministry has urged all sides to act with patience and rationality. It has also warned that sanctions or pressure tactics are not helpful in solving difficulties. In fact, China has warned that the US is preparing a package of comprehensive economic sanctions targeting Iran and its trading partners, which could have an impact on China. Beijing's statement comes after the US threatened to cut off trade ties with Tehran to other countries, including China. According to a Reuters report, Besant said last week that if this was not done, those countries could face the toughest US secondary sanctions and financial penalties in US history.