Iran imposes tighter security measures amid escalating tension

Iran has implemented new security restrictions including internet limitations and fuel rationing amid escalating regional tensions, according to an on-site reporter on Tuesday.

Li Jiannan, a correspondent for China Media Group (CMG) in Tabriz, capital of Iran's East Azerbaijan province, reported communications disruptions Tuesday, saying that both his Chinese and Iranian SIM cards lost internet functionality around midday on June 17, though local calls still work.

Additionally, Iran has imposed new regulations requiring lengthy approval processes for personal electronic devices entering the country.

"At present, the Iranian government has further restricted Internet usage. During my ride just now, I could clearly feel the tensions in the local situation. In addition to implementing vehicle quotas on refueling, there have also been more checkpoints along the roadside. During the two-hour drive from the border area of Iran to Tabriz, at least four checkpoints have been set up to inspect the passing vehicles," Li reported.

The correspondent also documented damage from an Israeli airstrike two days earlier that destroyed two factories in East Azerbaijan province, with the wreckage indicating significant destruction.

Iran imposes tighter security measures amid escalating tension

Iran imposes tighter security measures amid escalating tension

Iran imposes tighter security measures amid escalating tension

Iran imposes tighter security measures amid escalating tension

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said on Wednesday that Seoul firmly adheres to the one-China principle, in comments made ahead of his upcoming state visit to China.

The remarks were made in an interview with China Media Group (CMG). The visit is scheduled for Jan 4–7.

"The consensus reached between governments of the Republic of Korea and China when diplomatic relations were established continues to be the fundamental principle governing our relations, and its effectiveness remains steadfast. I want to clearly state that the ROK has always adhered to the one-China principle. Maintaining peace and stability in regional matters, including in Northeast Asia and concerning the Taiwan issue, holds significant importance to us," said Lee.

"The foundational relationship between the ROK and China was established on a very principled and fundamental basis from the beginning. It is clear that the ROK government has always adhered to this position and has never wavered from it. I believe that the sound development of ROK-China relations depends on both sides fully respecting each other's core interests and being mutually tolerant of each other's positions. In this context, we will, as always, uphold the one-China principle as the Taiwan issue is China's most fundamental concern," he said.

ROK president reiterates firm adherence to one-China principle