Beijing [China], January 16 (ANI): Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held a telephone conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Ali Araghchi amid ongoing anti-governmental protests in the Islamic Republic, emphasising Beijing's opposition to the 'law of the jungle' in international affairs following Washington's warnings of possible intervention.

According to a statement from the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Foreign Minister called for dialogue and restraint in addressing the unrest in Iran, while Araghchi briefed Wang Yi on the latest developments.

Araghachi, during the conversation, asserted that recent unrest in the country was instigated by external forces and that the situation has now stabilised.

He reiterated that Iran is prepared to counter external interference while keeping the door open to dialogue and expressed hope that China would play a greater role in promoting regional peace and stability.

The Trump administration repeatedly considered military options in response to the escalating situation, with the White House stating that the US President has 'all options remain on the table'.

According to the release, Wang Yi stated that China consistently upholds the purposes and principles of the UN Charter and international law, opposes the use or threat of force, and rejects imposing one country's will on another.

'China consistently advocates adherence to the purposes and principles of the UN Charter and international law, opposes the use or threat of force in international relations, opposes imposing one's will on other countries, and opposes the world reverting to the 'law of the jungle',' the release read.

He expressed confidence that the Iranian government and people would unite to overcome difficulties, maintain national stability, and safeguard their legitimate rights and interests, adding that China is willing to play a constructive role in supporting such efforts.

The Islamic Republic is currently witnessing widespread anti-government rallies driven by soaring inflation, economic hardship and mounting public anger over governance, with Tehran repeatedly dismissing it as 'foreign-backed'.

Meanwhile, according to the Human Rights Activist News Agency's most recent figures, at least 2,677 deaths have been confirmed so far, with 1,693 more cases still being reviewed.

The number of individuals reported to have suffered serious injuries has reached 2,677, while 19,097 people have been detained as the protest enters its 19th day. (ANI)