EU's von der Leyen: China can limit 'irresponsible' spread of Iran missiles and drones

China could limit the 'irresponsible proliferation' of Iranian missiles and drones, EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on while also reiterating calls for a ceasefire in the conflict between Israel and Hamas.

"We believe China can play an important role in limiting the irresponsible proliferation of Iranian ballistic missiles and drones," she said in remarks to journalists following an earlier meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping.