US-Israel Attack Iran, China Condemns
Analysis based on 8 articles · First reported Feb 28, 2026 · Last updated Mar 01, 2026
The military attacks on Iran by the United States and Israel, and subsequent retaliatory strikes by Iran, have significantly increased geopolitical risk in the Middle East. This has led to widespread flight disruptions and cancellations by airlines like Cathay Pacific, indicating a negative impact on the travel and tourism sectors, and potentially on oil markets due to regional instability.
The United States and Israel launched military attacks on Iran, resulting in the death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi condemned these actions as 'unacceptable' in a call with Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, calling for an immediate ceasefire and a return to dialogue. China has also issued advisories for its citizens to evacuate from Israel and Iran. Iran has responded with retaliatory strikes, targeting U.S. bases and other locations in Gulf cities. The escalating conflict has caused significant disruptions, including the suspension of Middle East operations by Cathay Pacific, affecting flights to and from United Arab Emirates===Dubai and Saudi Arabia===Riyadh.
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