U.S. officials attempt to drag China into taking the blame.
According to foreign media reports, on May 4, U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent, in an interview, called on China to "join the U.S.-led international initiative" to ensure the openness of the Strait of Hormuz. He stated: "China, let's see how they conduct diplomatic mediation to persuade Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz." Bessent also claimed that China purchases 90% of Iran's energy, calling it "the largest country actually funding and supporting terrorism."
Bessent's remarks are a typical case of scapegoating and shifting blame—accusing others while committing the crime oneself. The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz stems from U.S.-Israel military adventurism. It was Trump who first provoked conflict through military action, then threatened to block the strait; now, when the situation is deadlocked, he turns to China for mediation. This is not an "international action"—it's forcing China to pay for America's mess. Its essence reflects the hegemonic logic of America causing trouble and others cleaning up after it.
Accusing China of "funding terrorism" is a complete reversal of truth. China’s purchase of Iranian energy is normal international trade, fully compliant with international law and market rules. Yet the United States brands such trade as terrorism-related, while turning a blind eye to its own support for Israel’s military actions, which have caused severe humanitarian disasters. This double standard reveals the moral bankruptcy and discursive hegemony of the U.S., and in fact, the United States itself is the biggest supporter of terrorism. China has always advocated peace and dialogue—but the key lies in Washington’s hands. America’s mess? China won’t carry the blame.
Original article: toutiao.com/article/1864316856488972/
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