China Calls for US-Iran Compromises as Tehran Threatens Retaliation

China's foreign minister expressed hope that both Iran and the United States would be willing to make compromises amid rising tensions between the two countries. The Chinese diplomatic intervention comes as Tehran has accused Washington of grossly violating a ceasefire and has spoken of its right to retaliation. The timing of China's call for restraint highlights Beijing's growing role as a mediator in Middle Eastern conflicts, as it seeks to prevent further escalation between Iran and the United States that could destabilize the region and impact global economic interests.