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China voices ‘deep concern’ following Iranian attack on Israel and urges ‘influential countries’ to work for peace
- Chinese embassy warns citizens in Iran to take precautions after Tehran fires missiles and drones in ‘spillover’ of Gaza conflict
- However, analysts say the attack is unlikely to have substantial impact on Beijing’s ties with the two Middle Eastern countries
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Yuanyue Dangin Beijing
China’s foreign ministry on Sunday expressed “deep concern” over the escalation of conflict following Iran’s missile and drone attack on Israel, while its embassy in Tehran has warned Chinese nationals and companies to take extra security precautions.
“China expresses deep concern over the current escalation and calls on relevant parties to exercise calm and restraint to prevent further escalation,” the ministry said on Sunday morning.
“This round of escalation is the latest manifestation of the spillover of the Gaza conflict. The most urgent task is to effectively implement United Nations Security Council Resolution 2728 and cease the Gaza conflict as soon as possible,” it said, referring to a resolution adopted last month calling for a ceasefire.
“China calls on the international community, especially influential countries, to play a constructive role in maintaining regional peace and stability.”
Although the statement did not specify which “influential countries” it was referring to, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi urged the United States to play a “constructive role” in the Middle East during a phone call with Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Friday.
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