China calls US blockade of Iran ports 'dangerous and irresponsible'

China accused the United States of 'dangerous and irresponsible' behavior over its blockade of Iranian ports, with President Xi Jinping vowing that Beijing would play a 'constructive role' in promoting peace in the Middle East. The blockade, which began on Monday, was implemented after peace talks between Washington and Tehran failed. A Chinese foreign ministry spokesman stated that this U.S. military action would only exacerbate tensions and jeopardize safety in the Strait of Hormuz.