VERIFIED QUOTE · reported 2026-08-26
“will take all necessary measures to firmly safeguard its rights and interests,”
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson · said 2026-08-25 · reported 2026-08-26
China threatened to retaliate if the U.S. expanded economic pressure on nations trading with Tehran.
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