TEHRAN – China has expressed firm support for Iran’s pursuit of national security and stability following a deadly terrorist ambush that targeted Iranian police officers in a border province.

In a press briefing on Friday, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian voiced China’s condemnation of the attack and reaffirmed Beijing's opposition to terrorism in all its forms. 

“China condemns the terrorist attack and opposes all forms of terrorism,” Lin stated, underscoring Beijing's stance against acts of violence and foreign-backed terror groups.

The attack, which took place on October 26 in Iran’s southeastern province of Sistan-Baluchestan, near the Pakistani border, resulted in the deaths of ten Iranian police officers. 

According to Iranian authorities, the assault targeted a police convoy traveling through the city of Taftan. The responsibility for the ambush was claimed by the so-called “Jaish al-Adl”, a Pakistan-based terror group that has previously carried out attacks in the region. 

In response, Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) initiated a robust counterterrorism operation across the province. By Friday, the IRGC had reported the elimination of four terrorists involved in the recent attack, including a senior member of the terror group.

Earlier this week, Lin Jian also addressed the attacks carried out by Israel on Iranian military facilities. These strikes led to the deaths of four Iranian servicemen and a civilian. 

China’s foreign ministry condemned the violation of Iranian sovereignty, warning that escalating violence only heightens instability in an already fragile region. “China opposes violating the sovereignty and undermining the security of other countries and opposes the abuse of force,” Lin said, urging all involved parties to avoid further conflict and exercise restraint.

Iran, meanwhile, has stated it does not seek conflict but has vowed to respond to any further hostilities. Iranian officials have emphasized their right to defend against any further aggression, pledging to respond to Israel’s actions should such provocations continue.