BEIJING, April 13 (Xinhua) -- China opposes any groundless smears or malicious linkage, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said on Monday in response to reports claiming that China plans to send weapons to Iran.

A man attends a rally in Tehran, Iran, April 8, 2026. (Photo: Xinhua)

China has always taken a prudent and responsible approach to the export of military products, and strictly controls such exports in line with its domestic laws, regulations and international obligations, Guo told a regular press briefing.