03.03.2026 09:51
As tensions continue in the Middle East, claims have emerged that Iran is set to purchase CM-302 supersonic anti-ship missiles from China. However, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning responded during a press conference when asked about foreign media reports suggesting that Iran is close to buying CM-302 from China, saying, "The report is not accurate."
The war between the US-Israel and Iran continues with all its violence on its 4th day, while China denied reports that it would supply Iran with CM-302 supersonic anti-ship missiles. Beijing rejected the claims, stating, "the report is not true."
"THE REPORT IN QUESTION IS NOT TRUE"
Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Mao Ning responded to questions at a press conference regarding foreign media reports that Iran was close to purchasing CM-302 from China, saying, "The report is not true." Mao emphasized that China "complies with its international obligations" and opposed the "spread of disinformation."
WHAT WERE THE CLAIMS BASED ON?
Recently, some international news reports suggested that Iran was in talks to acquire Chinese-made CM-302 supersonic anti-ship missiles and that the agreement was "close to completion."
WHAT IS CM-302, AND WHY IS IT IMPORTANT?
CM-302 is referred to as the export version of China's YJ-12 family and stands out for its high-speed attack capability against maritime targets. The claim of a possible transfer of such a system to Iran had drawn attention in terms of maritime security balances in the Strait of Hormuz and the Persian Gulf.