China imports most of its energy from the Middle East, making conflict with Iran a serious threat to its economy. Disrupted oil supplies, rising global prices, and instability across the region could slow growth and strain Beijing’s ambitions. Foreign Minister Wang Yi – in phone calls with Russian, Iranian, French and Omani foreign ministers – said it is unacceptable for the U.S. and Israel to launch attacks against Iran during ongoing negotiations and to blatantly attack and kill a sovereign country's leader.