- China condemned new US economic sanctions against Iran, warning that the punitive measures will intensify tensions and create spillover risks.
- Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced the sanctions package after President Donald Trump threatened an economic D-Day against Tehran.
- Beijing vowed to take all necessary measures to protect its interests, maintaining its cooperation with Iran complies with international law.
- Iranian Finance Minister Ali Madanizadeh stated Tehran is fully prepared for the sanctions and warned enemies to expect an attack.
- President Donald Trump hit out at Iran for violently suppressing protesters and failing to pay its military, calling the situation an epic humanitarian crisis.
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