China Rejects US Claims Of Arming Iran, Calls It ‘Baseless Smears’ And Warns Against Trump’s 50% Tariff Thret

Tensions between global powers continue to rise as China on Monday strongly denied allegations that it had supplied or planned to supply weapons to Iran.

The response came after reports citing US intelligence suggested possible Chinese military support to Tehran.

China Calls Allegations 'Baseless Smears'

China's Foreign Ministry dismissed the claims, calling them "baseless smears" and rejecting any link to military assistance for Iran.

Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said that China follows a strict and responsible policy when it comes to exporting military equipment. He added that all such exports are carried out in line with China's laws and international obligations.

Beijing also criticised attempts to associate it with rising tensions in the region, calling such claims misleading.

China Responds to Trump's Tariff Threat

The denial came after US President Donald Trump threatened to impose a 50% tariff on Chinese goods over the alleged arms supply issue.

Responding to this, China warned that a trade war would benefit no one. Officials stressed that increasing tariffs could further strain relations between the two countries and impact global trade.

Iran Issues Warning Over Regional Security

Amid rising tensions, Iran has issued a strong warning regarding security in the Persian Gulf.

Tehran stated that if its own ports are threatened, then no port in the Persian Gulf or Gulf of Oman would remain safe. This warning follows the US announcement of a naval blockade targeting Iranian maritime routes.

The situation has already affected shipping activity, with disruptions reported in the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for global oil transport.

Rising Concerns Over Global Energy Supply

The growing tensions have raised fears of a possible impact on global energy markets.
The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world's most important oil transit routes, and any disruption in this region could lead to supply shortages and rising oil prices.

Experts warn that continued conflict could trigger a broader economic impact worldwide.

Pakistan PM to Visit Saudi Arabia

In a related development, Shehbaz Sharif is expected to visit Saudi Arabia within the next 48 hours.

The visit comes shortly after the failure of US-Iran peace talks and is seen as part of ongoing diplomatic efforts in the region.

Situation Remains Uncertain

With multiple countries involved and tensions rising on several fronts, the situation remains uncertain.

China's denial, the US tariff threat, and Iran's warning all point to a complex geopolitical scenario that could have far-reaching consequences.

As diplomatic efforts continue, the coming days will be crucial in determining whether tensions ease or escalate further.