U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio calls on China to intervene

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio called on China to intervene, citing Beijing’s heavy reliance on oil passing through the Strait of Hormuz.China responded by appealing for stability to protect the global economy amidst Israel's and US war against Iran. China has urged international cooperation to ease rising tensions after Iran’s Parliament endorsed closing the Strait of Hormuz in response to U.S. airstrikes on nuclear sites. While Iran’s final decision rests with its Supreme National Security Council and Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei, the move threatens global oil trade. 

Sunday, 22 June, 2025