China Calls for Two-State Solution in Palestine, Diplomacy To Stop Fighting

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning indicated today that China is following the Gaza-Israel conflict with great concern. “We’re deeply saddened by the civilian casualties and oppose and condemn acts that harm civilians. We oppose moves that escalate the conflict and destabilize the region and hope fighting will stop and peace will return soon. The international community needs to play an effective role to jointly help cool down the situation,” she told reporters during the ministry’s regular press briefing. “To end the cycle of conflict between Palestine and Israel, it is essential to restart the peace talks, implement the two-state solution and settle the Palestine question fully and properly through political means at an early date so as to take care of each party’s legitimate concerns. China will continue to work relentlessly with the international community towards this end.”