China Condemns US 'Economic D-Day' Sanctions Over Iran Ties

China has denounced the latest US sanctions targeting Chinese entities linked to Iran, vowing to take 'all necessary measures' to defend its interests. On Monday, the United States implemented these sanctions against Iran and its trading partners, introducing restrictions on 60 entities, individuals, and vessels globally, including those in mainland China and Hong Kong. Washington has urged nations with economic ties to Iran to take 'immediate action.' Dubbed 'Economic D-Day' by US officials, the sanctions aim at various activities, particularly the transfer of Iranian oil and petrochemicals. China's foreign ministry criticized the US for its 'unilateral sanctions' and 'long-arm jurisdiction,' calling for a resolution through dialogue and urging the US to 'stop its erroneous actions.' This development heightens tensions between the two leading economies, already strained by trade and technology disputes.