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China Urges Ceasefire In Israel-Iran Conflict

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China has expressed deep concern over the current escalation following Iran's attack on Israel, according to a spokesperson for its Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The spokesperson emphasized that the situation is a spillover of the Gaza conflict and urged for a ceasefire to be implemented without delay.

In a statement, China called on relevant parties to exercise calm and restraint to prevent further escalations. The spokesperson highlighted that the ongoing situation is a result of the Gaza conflict and emphasized the importance of implementing a UN Security Council resolution calling for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.

Situation is a spillover of Gaza conflict, calls for calm and restraint.
China urges for immediate ceasefire in Israel-Iran escalation.
China emphasizes importance of UN resolution for Israel-Hamas ceasefire.

While Beijing did not specifically name or condemn Hamas in the aftermath of the initial attacks, it has since condemned the war and advocated for an immediate ceasefire and the establishment of a two-state solution. Chinese diplomat Wang Kejian recently met with Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh in Qatar, marking the first acknowledged meeting between a Chinese official and Hamas since the conflict in Gaza began.

Wang's visit is part of China's efforts to enhance its role as a peace broker in the Middle East conflict. Beijing has been actively engaged in diplomatic efforts to promote peace and stability in the region.

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