Russia, China raise diplomatic voices against US-Israeli attacks on Iran | Military News
China and Russia Condemn U.S. and Israeli Actions Against Iran
China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi has urged Israel to halt its military operations against Iran, following a series of joint attacks by American and Israeli forces. This call comes amid ongoing diplomatic efforts between the U.S. and Tehran, which had reportedly made significant progress in addressing Israel’s security concerns, according to a statement from China’s Foreign Ministry.
In a phone conversation with Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar, Wang expressed concerns that military action has disrupted diplomatic negotiations. He emphasized that, “China opposes any military strikes launched by Israel and the U.S. against Iran,” and called for an immediate cessation of hostilities to prevent escalation.
“Force cannot truly solve problems; instead, it will bring new issues and serious long-term consequences,” Wang stated. During the discussion, Saar agreed to take measures to ensure the safety of Chinese personnel and institutions in Iran.
This dialogue followed Wang’s recent calls with foreign ministers from Iran, Oman, and France aimed at addressing the regional tensions.
Meanwhile, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov also criticized U.S. and Israeli actions during a news conference, suggesting that their military campaign could inadvertently lead to nuclear proliferation in Iran. Lavrov remarked that their approach might incentivize Iran to pursue nuclear weapons, countering the very objectives they claim to uphold.
“The U.S. doesn’t attack those who have nuclear bombs,” Lavrov noted. He further warned that the actions of the United States and Israel could prompt Arab nations to seek nuclear capabilities, escalating nuclear proliferation in the region.
Israel is widely regarded as the only nuclear-armed state in the Middle East, a status it neither confirms nor denies. Lavrov, who has stated that Russia has seen no evidence of Iranian nuclear weapon development, reiterated Moscow’s readiness to facilitate a diplomatic resolution to the conflict, calling the U.S. and Israeli military actions “unprovoked aggression.”
Following the initial strikes on Iran, a statement from Russia’s Foreign Ministry condemned what it termed a “premeditated and unprovoked act of aggression against a sovereign state.” The ministry accused the U.S. and Israel of veiling their intention of regime change in Tehran under the guise of negotiations.
The ramifications of these military actions, according to the Russian government, could lead to a humanitarian crisis and increased violence in the region. Responsibility for any resultant negative consequences, the statement added, rests solely with the U.S. and Israel.
As geopolitical tensions heighten, the situation remains fluid, with potential implications extending beyond Iran and affecting broader regional stability.
