Overview

• On June 13, the Israeli military launched an unprecedented aerial campaign targeting Iranian nuclear and military facilities, marking a significant escalation.
• China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi on June 14 held direct phone calls with Israel’s Gideon Saar and Iran’s Abbas Araghchi to urge restraint and a return to political dialogue.
• Wang condemned Israel’s airstrikes as a breach of international law and warned they set a dangerous precedent with potentially catastrophic consequences.
• He reaffirmed China’s support for Iran’s sovereignty and legitimate rights while emphasizing that diplomatic avenues remain viable for resolving the nuclear dispute.
• Growing international calls for restraint reflect fears that the exchange of fire could spiral into a broader regional conflict.