Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday offered to “play a constructive role” in restoring peace and help de-escalation in the Israel-Iran conflict to avoid further tensions.
“All parties should work to de-escalate the conflict as soon as possible and avoid further escalation of tensions, China stands ready to work with all parties to play a constructive role in restoring peace and stability in the Middle East,” according to a state news agency Xinhua report.
“Israel’s military actions against Iran have led to a sudden escalation of tensions in the Middle East, which deeply concerns China,” Xi was quoted as saying during talks with his Uzbek counterpart Shavkat Mirziyoyev on the sidelines of the China-Central Asia Summit in Astana, Kazakhstan.
“We oppose any actions that infringe upon the sovereignty, security and territorial integrity of other countries. Military conflict is not the solution to problems, and rising regional tensions do not align with the common interests of the international community,” the Chinese leader said.
