China on Thursday urged the United States to “stop propagating” the China threat narrative after a US intelligence report said Beijing is unlikely to invade Taiwan next year.Responding to the report, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said Washington should “speak and act cautiously” on Taiwan, correct its understanding of China and avoid increasing threat perceptions. Asked about the report, he told a news conference, “The United States should … speak and act carefully on the Taiwan issue”, “improve its understanding of China, and stop promoting the China threat theory.” In a separate statement, Beijing also condemned the killing of senior Iranian leader Ali Larijani in an Israeli airstrike, calling the attack “unacceptable.”China, Iran’s close partner, has nevertheless criticized Tehran’s attacks on Gulf states that host US military bases, reflecting its efforts to balance relations across the region.“We have always opposed the use of force in international relations. The assassination of Iranian state leaders and attacks on civilian targets is even more unacceptable,” Lin said, urging all parties to immediately cease military operations and prevent further escalation.Beijing has stepped up diplomatic outreach in recent weeks, with its Middle East envoy Zhai Jun holding talks with regional officials. During these engagements, China has stressed that civilian infrastructure should not be targeted and that major shipping routes must remain secure.The Foreign Ministry also said earlier this week that China would provide humanitarian aid to countries affected by the conflict, including Iran, Lebanon, Jordan and Iraq, as it positions itself as a mediator to exercise restraint.