Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian noted that the escalation of the Iranian conflict is seriously impacting peace and stability in the region and the world.

He affirmed that an immediate ceasefire is a widespread expectation of the peoples of the region and a common call from the international community.

The spokesman quoted Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, who told his Iranian counterpart in a telephone call that all regional issues should be resolved through dialogue and negotiation, not by force.

“It is better to talk than to continue fighting,” Lin Jian stressed, summarizing China’s position, and expressed hope that all parties will seize the opportunities and windows of peace to begin a negotiation process as soon as possible.

“It is better to talk than to continue fighting,” Lin Jian emphasized, summarizing China’s position and expressing hope that all parties will seize the opportunities and windows of peace to begin a negotiation process as soon as possible. According to the spokesperson, Beijing has worked tirelessly for a cessation of hostilities and peace since the beginning of the Iranian conflict.

Lin Jian stated that diplomatic mediation efforts will not cease as long as the confrontation persists.

The spokesperson stated that China will play a constructive role in promoting peace and a ceasefire.

He also noted that Beijing will cooperate with regional countries and the international community to restore calm to the Gulf region.

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