Israel’s actions harm Gazans, violate international law – China

The Chinese government has denounced the deteriorating situation in the Gaza Strip following Israel’s sustained bombardment of populated areas.

The Foreign Ministry restated China’s position on Tuesday in response to the Israeli army’s destruction of multiple high-rise buildings in Gaza.

On September 8, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu advised residents of the city to leave immediately ahead of another troop deployment.

But China wants Israel to slow down, noting that its offensive has lasted 700 days, killed 64,000 people, and caused “an unprecedented humanitarian crisis.”

“China opposes and condemns any move tha​t harms civilians, disrupts civilian facilities, and violates international law,” said Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian.

The Asian leader advised Israel to stop its military operation in Gaza and focus on a comprehensive and lasting ceasefire that would prevent the crisis from degenerating further.

Last week, the Chinese government announced its decision to join the New York Declaration, which seeks the recognition of Palestine as an independent nation.

China believes that the implementation of a two-State solution — supported by several countries in Asia, Europe, and the Middle East — is the “only viable solution.”

Israel’s retaliation since the October 2023 terror attack by Hamas has caused widespread famine, healthcare system collapse, and shortages of food, water, and medicine.

Casualties, apart from civilians, include hundreds of journalists and aid workers, according to the Committee to Protect Journalists, Reporters Without Borders, and the United Nations.

Israel’s actions harm Gazans, violate international law – China