Xi and Putin condemn US-Israel strikes on Iran
China and Russia issued a joint statement condemning US and Israeli military strikes on Iran as violations of international law, while also calling for a ceasefire in Gaza and unrestricted humanitarian access. The statement also criticized foreign interventions, including attempts to capture national leaders, and reaffirmed support for a 'multipolar world order.'
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin released a joint statement after their meeting in Beijing on Wednesday. The statement condemned US and Israeli military strikes on Iran, calling them violations of international law and basic norms of international relations. They warned that such actions undermine stability in the Middle East and risk further escalation of conflicts. The two leaders emphasized the need for negotiations to resolve tensions in the region and urged the international community to support de-escalation efforts. They also reiterated calls for a lasting ceasefire in Gaza and unrestricted humanitarian access for civilians trapped in the conflict. The statement condemned broader foreign interventions, including 'treacherous military strikes against other countries' and 'the brazen abduction of national leaders for the purpose of a sham trial.' While not explicitly naming US President Donald Trump or his alleged involvement in a military operation targeting Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, the language implied criticism of such actions. The declaration framed these acts as gross violations of the United Nations Charter and international law. China and Russia reaffirmed their commitment to promoting a 'multipolar world order,' challenging what they described as the 'law of the jungle' in international politics. The statement underscored their shared opposition to unilateral actions that threaten global stability and sovereignty.
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