China said it is "highly concerned" over the military strikes launched by the U.S. and Israel, calling for an immediate stop to the military action.

CNBC's Elaine Yu reports on China's reaction to the military operation that killed Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

The U.S. strike on Iran is part of a bigger play that extends beyond the Middle East to China, analysts said.

Nonprofits funded by a tech tycoon aligned with the Chinese Communist Party organize coordinated anti-US protests and propaganda supporting the regime in Iran

While Beijing publicly advocates restraint, sustained tensions between the U.S. and Iran serve its strategic interests.

Iran's strategic allies Russia and China have made strong diplomatic protests, but analysts say neither is in a position to offer meaningful support.

Killing of Khamenei a ‘grave violation of Iran’s sovereignty and security, says Foreign Ministry, condemns US-Israeli attack - Anadolu Ajansı

By Gavin Finch , Parisa Hafezi and John Irish LONDON, Feb 24 (Reuters) - Iran is close to a deal with China to purchase anti‑ship cruise missiles, according to six people with knowledge of the negotiations,

Iran reportedly nears deal with China for supersonic anti-ship missiles that could target U.S. carrier strike groups deployed in Middle East waters.

The US Navy's Tomahawk cruise missiles have been used heavily in recent conflicts, deepening the strain on its stockpile.