China condemns reported killing of Iran's leader in US-Israel strikes

China has strongly condemned what it describes as the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in reported military strikes by the United States and Israel. The Chinese foreign ministry called the action 'unacceptable' and 'shocking,' stating it occurred while diplomatic negotiations were ongoing.

China urged an immediate ceasefire and joined other international voices in criticizing the strikes. The condemnation focuses on the reported death of Khamenei, which forms the core of China's diplomatic response.