Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Thursday that Lebanon's sovereignty and security should not be violated, and the lives and property of civilians must be protected. 

Mao was asked to comment on Israel's launch of large-scale air strikes against more than 100 targets in Lebanon within 10 minutes on Wednesday, and Lebanon has declared on Thursday a national day of mourning, with Iran stating that this act violated the ceasefire agreement and closed the Strait of Hormuz.

China calls on relevant parties to remain calm and exercise restraint to de-escalate regional tensions, Mao said. 

Global Times