Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning stated at a regular press conference on the 5th that China is deeply concerned about the current tense situation in the Middle East region. Recently, China has been conducting intensive mediation work.

China believes that war and force cannot fundamentally solve problems, and dialogue and negotiation are the correct path to resolving them. We should adhere to resolving conflicts and differences through political and diplomatic means, "Mao Ning said. China will continue to maintain communication with all parties involved in the conflict, strengthen mediation, and build consensus. The Chinese side will send a special envoy for the Middle East issue to visit the region in the near future, making positive efforts to reduce tensions.Editor/Yang Meiling