China urges to avoid further escalation of tensions

China called on all parties to immediately cease military operations in the Strait of Hormuz to avoid further escalation of tensions, Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian said at a press briefing in Beijing on Monday.

Lin made the remarks in response to a media query about reports that U.S. President Donald Trump has asked seven countries to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz, a vital trade route for goods and energy that has been closed amid joint U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran.

"Tensions have risen in the Strait of Hormuz and its adjacent waters, disrupting the international cargo and energy trade passage and undermining regional and global peace and stability. China calls on all parties to immediately stop military operations, avoid further escalation of tensions, and prevent regional turmoil from having a greater impact on global economic development," said Lin.

China urges to avoid further escalation of tensions

China urges to avoid further escalation of tensions

Explosions were heard in multiple locations in Tehran, capital of Iran, coinciding with disruptions in the country's internet services, as the U.S.-Israel-Iran conflict entered its 17th day on Monday.

Around Monday midnight, multiple explosions occurred in Tehran and the neighboring city of Karaj, prompting the activation of the country's air defense systems.

Furthermore, Iranian mobile phone users have been unable to access internet services since the conflict began on Feb 28, which have not been restored so far.

Explosions heard in multiple locations in Tehran, internet services disrupted

Explosions heard in multiple locations in Tehran, internet services disrupted