The Chinese leader said his country opposes "any act that infringes upon the sovereignty, security, and territorial integrity of other countries."

Russian leader Vladimir Putin has held a phone call with Chinese President Xi Jinping, Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov has confirmed. The two leaders discussed the situation in Iran and arranged to meet in China in late August or early September.

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping held a phone call on Thursday during which both leaders condemned Israel for its strikes on Iran and agreed de-escalation was needed,