💥 In a rare move, China’s Foreign Ministry condemned Israel’s unprecedented airstrike in Doha, Qatar, on Tuesday—calling it a “clear violation of Qatar’s territorial sovereignty and national security.”
The operation, aimed at a building used by senior Hamas officials, was described by Israeli authorities as an attempt to assassinate group leaders. The strike unfolded just as U.S.-backed ceasefire talks were underway, drawing swift backlash from Qatar, a crucial mediator in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
🗣️ At a weekly press briefing, spokesperson Lin Jian voiced deep concern over potential escalations: “We are deeply concerned that the incident may lead to further escalation of regional tensions, and express dissatisfaction with actions that undermine Gaza ceasefire negotiations.”
He stressed that force won’t bring lasting peace: “Dialogue and negotiation are the fundamental way out.” With the Gaza conflict dragging on for nearly two years, China urged all parties—especially Israel—to ramp up efforts to halt hostilities and return to the negotiating table.
🔍 Pressed on reports that Israel alerted Washington beforehand, Lin Jian hinted at a deeper issue, pointing to a “related outside country” whose unbalanced stance complicates the path to peace. He called on that major power and the wider international community to prioritize stability, promote a ceasefire, and ease regional tensions.
🕊️ Global observers now hope this remains a wake-up call for dialogue over destruction and a real push toward lasting peace in the Middle East.
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China condemns Israel's attack in Qatar as violation of sovereignty
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