China has called on the United States to refrain from making threats of force and to stop using sanctions and judicial measures against Cuba. The appeal was made by Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun during a regular briefing on Thursday, where he emphasized that Washington should cease actions that undermine Cuba’s sovereignty.

Guo stated that China firmly supports Cuba’s efforts to safeguard its sovereignty and national dignity and opposes any form of external interference. His remarks came after the United States filed charges of murder and conspiracy against former Cuban leader Raúl Castro over the 1996 downing of two civilian aircraft between Cuba and Florida, an incident that continues to strain U.S.-Cuba relations.

Cuba has rejected the U.S. charges as politically motivated, while China’s comments signal its alignment with Havana and opposition to U.S. pressure tactics in the region.