April 14, 2026
China slams US military blockade of Strait of Hormuz as a 'dangerous and irresponsible move'
China slammed the U.S. military blockade of the Strait of Hormuz as a "dangerous and irresponsible" move, urging all parties to honor a ceasefire agreement.
TL;DR
- China criticizes the U.S. military blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
- China describes the U.S. move as "dangerous and irresponsible."
- The blockade is seen by China as potentially escalating confrontation and undermining a ceasefire.
- China urges parties to honor the ceasefire agreement and engage in peace talks.
- The Strait of Hormuz is a critical energy choke point, carrying millions of barrels of oil and natural gas daily.
- The U.S. Central Command announced the blockade, warning vessels of interception.
- Iran has condemned the blockade as "piracy" and vowed to respond with force.