China urges the U.S. to exercise restraint

China consistently opposes the use of force in international relations, the country's foreign ministry said on Friday when asked about the U.S. killing of a top Iranian commander.

China's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Geng Shuang said the country consistently opposes the use of force in international relations, adding that peace and stability in the Middle East must be upheld.

China urges relevant sides, especially the U.S., to exercise restraint and refrain from any actions that might escalate the situation, added Geng.