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China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi made comments on the Iran situation, noting first that: “China’s attitude is objective and impartial, we have stated our principled position on multiple occasions, which can be summarised into one key passage – to bring about a ceasefire and end the hostilities.”
Wang Yi continued: “Seeing the Middle East engulfed in flames, I want to say this is a war that should not have happened, it is a war that does no one any good – the history of the Middle East tells the world time and again that force provides no solution, an armed conflict will only increase hatred and breed new crises.
“Once again, China calls for an immediate stop to military operations to avoid the spiraling escalation of the situation and prevent the conflict from spilling over and spreading.
“Sovereignty is the cornerstone of the current international order, we believe in the sovereignty, security and territorial integrity of Iran and all countries in the Gulf region should be respected and must not be violated.
“Might does not make right – the law of the jungle must not return and rule the world, willful use of force does not prove one’s strength – civilians are innocent and should not be victimised.
“The people in the Middle East are the true master of the region, Middle Eastern affairs should be determined by the regional countries independently – plotting a colour revolution or seeking regime change will find no popular support – all sides should return to the negotiating table as quickly as possible, resolve differences through dialogue, and make efforts for realising common security.
“Major countries should act in the spirit of justice and righteousness and contribute more positive energy to peace and development of the Middle East – as a sincere friend and strategic partner, China stands ready to work with the Middle Eastern countries to implement the Global Security Initiative and restore order in the Middle East, restore tranquility to the people, and restore peace to the world.
