China Urges De-escalation in Israel-Iran Conflict Amid Regional Spread

China has expressed deep concern over the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, with President Xi Jinping urging all parties to de-escalate tensions and avoid further military action, emphasizing respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity. Beijing has begun evacuating its citizens from both Israel and Iran amid fears of broader regional instability, while calling on influential countries, particularly those allied with Israel, to promote peace and prevent the conflict from spreading. China maintains a pro-Iran stance, condemning Israel's military strikes as violations of international norms and linking the current conflict to the ongoing war in Gaza, which it views as central to Middle East instability. Chinese officials and experts warn that the conflict has expanded regional fronts, increasing the risk of wider instability, and advocate for multilateral dialogue and negotiation rather than coercive diplomacy. Additionally, China criticized U.S. President Donald Trump's calls for evacuation of Tehran residents, stating such rhetoric exacerbates tensions rather than helping de-escalate the crisis. Overall, China positions itself as a potential mediator, ready to play a constructive role in restoring peace and stability in the Middle East under Xi's global security initiative.