Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning

The US and Israel carried out military strikes against Iran without authorization from the UN Security Council, which violates the international law. China is deeply concerned about the spillover of the conflict affecting neighboring countries. China believes that the sovereignty, security and territorial integrity of Gulf countries should also be fully respected. We urge all parties to cease military actions and prevent further escalation of the conflict, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said, in response to a question on that since the US and Israel launched military strikes against Iran on February 28, US military targets in Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries and Jordan have been attacked, which relevant countries have issued statements to condemn.

Mao said China appreciates that the extraordinary meeting of the GCC foreign ministers emphasized that dialogue and diplomacy are the only way to overcome the current crisis and safeguard regional security. Given the complex and sensitive situation in the region, China supports regional countries in strengthening communication and coordination in the spirit of good-neighborliness and friendship, and jointly working toward regional peace and stability.


Global Times