Attack on Iran’s nuclear facility a ‘dangerous precedent’: China

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Dhaka, June 21 – China has strongly condemned Israel’s recent strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities, warning that such actions set a “dangerous precedent” with the potential for serious consequences.

Fu Cong, China’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, issued the remarks during an emergency session of the UN Security Council, urging Israel to immediately cease its military operations to prevent further escalation in the already volatile Middle East.

“The attacks on Iran’s nuclear infrastructure by Israel have set a highly dangerous precedent,” Fu said. 

“Such moves risk spiralling out of control and could endanger not only regional stability but also global peace and security," he said. 

Expressing deep concern over the growing conflict between Iran and Israel, Fu warned that escalating tensions between the two regional powers—particularly involving nuclear-related sites—could trigger a much broader and more devastating confrontation.

He called on the international community to act swiftly and responsibly, reaffirming China’s commitment to peaceful resolution through diplomacy and multilateral dialogue. 

Fu also reiterated Beijing’s support for the principles enshrined in the United Nations Charter and the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT).

The Chinese envoy further cautioned that ongoing military activities near or targeting sensitive nuclear installations could undermine global non-proliferation efforts and erode confidence in international mechanisms designed to prevent the spread of nuclear arms.

Fu’s comments came during a Security Council meeting convened in response to the latest escalation, including reported Israeli airstrikes on several Iranian sites—among them, the Khondab Heavy Water Research Reactor.

Several UN member states echoed China’s concerns during the session, calling for urgent de-escalation, restraint, and a return to diplomatic efforts.

# UNB with inputs from agencies.