China Reiterates Calls for US-Iran Peace Talks
"China calls on relevant parties to start peace talks as soon as possible," Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning told reporters, adding that Beijing supports all efforts conducive to de-escalation and the resumption of dialogue.
Responding directly to a question posed by media, Mao extended rare public recognition to Islamabad's diplomatic efforts, stating: "We commend Pakistan for its efforts for deescalating the tensions."
The remarks follow a significant announcement Sunday by Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, who said Islamabad would be "honored" to host direct talks between the US and Iran. Pakistan has already taken concrete steps in that direction, having convened a quadrilateral foreign ministers' meeting as part of its broader mediation push.
Beijing signaled its full backing for Islamabad's continued involvement in the process. "We support it to continue as a mediator and stand ready to work with Pakistan and other parties to strengthen communication and coordination to translate work to end hostility to safeguarding peace and stability," Mao said.
The Chinese spokeswoman also issued a firm warning against the targeting of civilian populations and infrastructure, rejecting any notion that military force could bring about a lasting resolution.
"Military means will not solve the root cause. The conflict serves no one's interests," said Mao.
The diplomatic push comes as the region continues to reel from the US-Israeli air offensive against Iran, launched on Feb. 28, which has now claimed more than 1,400 lives — among them former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Tehran has responded with sustained drone and missile strikes against Israel, Jordan, Iraq, and Gulf states hosting American military forces, inflicting casualties and infrastructure damage while rattling global markets and disrupting international aviation.
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