Amid escalating tensions between Iran and Israel, China has expressed support for Iran, stating confidence in Tehran's ability to handle the situation and mitigate regional turmoil. This stance has drawn criticism, with some analysts urging the U.S. to remind global partners of the potential risks associated with China's support for Iran. Concurrently, opinions from various sources suggest that China should play a more active role in reducing tensions to assert itself as a global leader. Despite backing Iran, China is also attempting to de-escalate the conflict, highlighting its complex diplomatic position in balancing support and controlling the situation without escalating tensions further. Additionally, China's Foreign Ministry has explicitly opposed any actions that escalate tensions, underlining its commitment to a diplomatic approach.
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While China is backing Iran in its latest conflict with Israel, it seems to be trying to de-escalate the situation—while still needling the United States, FP’s @BeijingPalmer writes. https://t.co/X1GPIMVxJY
China should step up to help lower tensions between Iran and Israel, writes @KarishmaJourno. That way Beijing start being the global leader it's always wanted to be https://t.co/DhVmNSfG8p via @opinion
China should step up to help lower tensions between Iran and Israel, writes @KarishmaJourno. That way Beijing start being the global leader it's always wanted to be https://t.co/mYLcMsZ6Xh
The U.S. should remind their partners in the #MiddleEast and around the world that #China’s support for #Iran is jeopardizing regional stability, write @RumleyGM and Rebecca Redlich. https://t.co/lzEzTlUe5w
Following the recent escalation in fighting between Iran and Israel, China has said it believes Tehran can “handle the situation well” and “spare the region further turmoil,” as the months-long Gaza conflict has a growing spillover effect on the region. https://t.co/c0XnXl340u