18.03.2026 14:22
As the war between the US-Israel and Iran continues on its 19th day, a notable statement came from Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. Wang Yi stated that they will continue their mediation efforts for a ceasefire and the end of conflicts in the Middle East, emphasizing that war should never occur and that there is no reason for it to continue.
The war, which escalated with the attacks launched by the US and Israel against Iran on February 28, has turned the region into a large-scale conflict zone. Tensions further increased as Iran responded to targets where US bases are located, particularly in Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, and Bahrain. According to Iranian officials, more than 1,348 people have lost their lives in the attacks, while the number of injured has exceeded 17,000. The attacks targeting high-profile figures have intensified the course of the war.
During this process, China has increased its diplomatic efforts to halt the conflicts. The Beijing administration has called for restraint from the parties since the early days of the war, emphasizing the importance of a ceasefire and negotiations.
"THE WAR SHOULD NEVER HAVE HAPPENED" Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi stated in a statement regarding the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East that the war should not have occurred from the beginning, expressing that there is no justification for the continuation of the current conflicts.
"WE WILL CONTINUE TO WORK FOR A CEASEFIRE" Wang emphasized that China will continue its diplomatic efforts to achieve a ceasefire and end the conflicts in the region, stating that they will actively maintain their mediating role.
CHINA'S MULTIPLE MOVES China did not limit itself to diplomatic statements during the war process. The Beijing administration, which had previously increased its contacts with Iran, accelerated its discussions with regional countries while also supporting calls for a ceasefire at the United Nations.
CRITICAL MEETING WITH THE UAE Wang Yi made these statements during a meeting in Beijing with Khaldoon Al Mubarak, the special representative of the President of the United Arab Emirates. The meeting addressed the security situation in the region and possible diplomatic solutions.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi SUPPORT MESSAGE TO THE UAE China also stated that it supports the efforts of the United Arab Emirates to protect its sovereignty and security during the meeting. This message is seen as part of China's strategy to strengthen its relations with Gulf countries.
GLOBAL DIPLOMACY TRAFFIC ACCELERATES As the war deepens in the Middle East, the diplomatic moves of major powers have also gained momentum. When China's calls for a ceasefire and mediation are evaluated alongside the positions of Russia and other actors, it is evident that the crisis has taken on a global dimension. Experts indicate that the Beijing administration aims to play a more active role in this process to ensure regional stability and increase its influence on the global diplomatic stage.
US-ISRAEL'S ATTACKS ON IRAN While negotiations continued between Tehran and Washington, Israel and the US launched a military attack on Iran on February 28. Iran responded with attacks on targets it identified in several regional countries, including Qatar, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and Bahrain, where US bases are located.
In the US-Israel attacks, many high-ranking officials, including Iranian leader Ali Khamenei, were killed. According to Iranian officials, the death toll from the US-Israel attacks has exceeded 1,348, and the number of injured has surpassed 17,000.