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Odaily Planet Daily reports that Wang Yi, at a press conference on foreign affairs during the Fourth Session of the 14th National People's Congress, stated that the situation in Iran is currently the focus of international affairs. China, upholding an objective and impartial attitude, has repeatedly clarified its principled position, which can be summarized in one sentence: ceasefire and end the war. Facing a Middle East engulfed in conflict, this is a war that should not have happened, and one that benefits no party. China reiterates its call for an immediate cessation of military operations to prevent further escalation and the spread of the conflict. (Xinhua)

Odaily Planet Daily reports that although members of Iran's Council of Experts disagree on the method for confirming the new Supreme Leader, they unanimously agree on the need to expedite the process. (Xinhua)

According to sources, the South Korean government is considering implementing a price cap on oil for the first time in nearly 30 years due to concerns about rising energy prices triggered by the escalating conflict in the Middle East. Global oil prices rose in response to the US-Israeli strikes on Iran and Iran's subsequent retaliation. While international oil price fluctuations typically take about two weeks to affect domestic prices, this time the impact was almost immediate, prompting officials to examine the feasibility of introducing a price cap. Sources said the government is carefully weighing this option due to potential side effects such as market distortions and financial burdens. Previously, South Korean President Lee Jae-myung ordered that if a nationwide uniform price cap is difficult to implement, a price cap system should be quickly established based on region and fuel type. The following day, Lee also warned refiners against colluding to raise gasoline prices. Following the president's instructions, the government established an inter-agency inspection team to crack down on illegal oil distribution and hoarding, as well as unfair trading practices. However, despite these measures, gasoline prices at South Korean gas stations continue to rise. (Jinshi)

Odaily Planet Daily reported on the 7th that Iran's Supreme National Security Council Secretary Larijani stated that several US soldiers had been captured. Larijani posted on social media that day: "According to reports I have received, several American soldiers have been captured. But the Americans claim they were killed in action. Despite their efforts to cover it up, the truth will not be hidden for long." In response, US Central Command spokesman Tim Hawkins told US media on the 7th that the capture of US soldiers was a "lie" from the Iranian side. (Xinhua)