China Condemns Ali Larijani Killing, Warns of Escalating Conflict

• China calls the killing of Iranian national security chief Ali Larijani in an Israeli air strike "unacceptable."
• Chinese foreign ministry spokesman Lin Jian stated Beijing opposes the use of force and attacks on civilian targets.
• Larijani is one of the most senior Iranian figures killed since the conflict began.
• China urges all parties to cease military operations immediately to prevent regional conflict from spiraling out of control.
• Beijing maintains close ties with Iran while also engaging in diplomatic outreach across West Asia to stabilize the region.