China Pledges Humanitarian Aid to Iran, Lebanon Amid US-Israeli Attacks

• China announced humanitarian assistance for West Asia countries, including Iran and Lebanon, affected by US-Israeli attacks.
• The aid comes as the conflict enters its third week, causing "grave humanitarian catastrophes."
• China's Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian confirmed the aid for Iran, Jordan, Lebanon, and Iraq to alleviate local populations' plight.
• Beijing, a close partner of Iran, has urged the US and Israel to cease attacks and criticized Tehran's strikes on Gulf states.
• The announcement follows US President Donald Trump's postponed visit to Beijing and pressure on China regarding the Strait of Hormuz.