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strikeMay 12, 2026

China Rejects ‘Baseless’ Claims By Netanyahu On ‘Support’ To Iran

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ISTANBUL, May 12 (Bernama-Anadolu) -- China on Tuesday rejected claims that Beijing provided support to Iran in manufacturing missiles, Anadolu Ajansi reported. “We oppose accusations which are not grounded on facts,” Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun told reporters in Beijing. Guo was responding to a question about reported remarks by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claiming China “provided support to Iran on some specific parts in manufacturing missiles.” “We have made clear China’s position on multiple occasions. As a responsible major country, China always fulfils its due international obligations,” Guo said. He added: “We are committed in promoting de-escalation and peace talks to bring about an end to the conflict.” Israel and the US launched attacks against Iran on Feb. 28, triggering retaliation from Tehran targeting US bases and assets in the Middle East. The US has accused China of supporting Iran and imposed sanctions on oil refineries as well as satellite imaging firms. More than 3,300 people were killed and tens of thousands displaced in Iran. At least 13 US servicemen were killed and dozens of others wounded during the conflict, which came to a halt on April 8 after Pakistan secured a ceasefire between the warring sides. -- BERNAMA-ANADOLU BERNAMA provides up-to-date authentic and comprehensive news and information which are disseminated via BERNAMA Wires; www.bernama.com; BERNAMA TV on Astro 502, unifi TV 631 and MYTV 121 channels and BERNAMA Radio on FM93.9 (Klang Valley), FM107.5 (Johor Bahru), FM107.9 (Kota Kinabalu) and FM100.9 (Kuching) frequencies. Follow us on social media : Facebook : @bernamaofficial, @bernamatv, @bernamaradio Twitter : @bernama.com, @BernamaTV, @bernamaradio Instagram : @bernamaofficial, @bernamatvofficial, @bernamaradioofficial TikTok : @bernamaofficial

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Iranian Official

The Iranian government rejects the Zionist regime’s fabricated claims of Chinese missile support as baseless pretexts for foreign aggression against its sovereign right to self-defense and technological independence. Beijing’s firm denial underscores these accusations as politically motivated lies aimed at justifying the February 28 Israeli-American strikes and subsequent sanctions. Iran’s legitimate resistance to this aggression inflicted losses on the attackers, forced a ceasefire on April 8, and demonstrated Tehran’s unwavering commitment to protecting its sovereignty.

Israeli

Israeli security assessments view China's denial of missile component support to Iran as a transparent effort to shield Tehran's expanding arsenal, which directly fuels existential threats through precision strikes and proxy networks like Hezbollah and the Houthis. Netanyahu's warnings underscore how such assistance enables Iran's aggressive posture, making defensive preemption—including the February strikes—essential to neutralize capabilities that endanger Israel's survival. US sanctions on related Chinese entities further validate the need for vigilance against this axis of proliferation.

Neutral

China's Foreign Ministry rejected allegations that Beijing supported Iran's missile manufacturing, describing them as unfounded. The statement responded to reported claims by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that China had supplied specific components for such production. The United States has accused China of backing Iran amid reported strikes and retaliation between Israel, the US, and Iran, and has imposed related sanctions; China has stated its commitment to fulfilling international obligations and promoting de-escalation.

Western

Chinese officials denied providing missile components to Iran, despite Western and Israeli assessments linking such support to Tehran's threat capabilities. US and Israeli precision strikes on February 28 effectively neutralized key Iranian assets, prompting limited retaliation before a ceasefire took effect. Washington has since imposed sanctions on associated Chinese entities to deter proliferation and reinforce strategic deterrence.

Pro-Peace

China has rejected baseless claims of missile support to Iran, stressing its role in pushing de-escalation and peace talks to end a conflict that killed over 3,300 people—mostly civilians—and displaced tens of thousands in Iran alone. The cycle of Israeli-US strikes and Iranian retaliation also claimed 13 US lives before Pakistan mediated a ceasefire, exposing the devastating human toll of military escalation over diplomacy. Beijing reiterated its commitment to international obligations and dialogue as the path to lasting peace.

Global South

China rejected Israeli and US claims of missile support to Iran as baseless, reaffirming its sovereign right to pursue independent ties free from Western coercion. The February attacks by Israel and the US, met with Iranian retaliation, reflect neo-colonial aggression that killed over 3,300 and displaced thousands, while sanctions on Chinese-linked firms expose institutional failures to restrain unilateral force. Pakistan’s April ceasefire mediation underscores non-aligned efforts to restore stability against external domination.

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    ISTANBUL, May 12 (Bernama-Anadolu) -- China on Tuesday rejected claims that Beijing provided support to Iran in manufacturing missiles, Anadolu Ajansi reported. “We oppose accusations which are not grounded on facts,” Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun told reporters i…

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