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China Calls on Israel to Stop 'Forced Establishment' of West Bank Settlements

Beijing has urged Israel to halt what it characterized as the forced establishment of settlements in the West Bank.


Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China headquarters in Beijing, 2023
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China headquarters in Beijing, 2023 · Photo: EditQ · CC0 · Wikimedia Commons

The Chinese government has called on Israel to stop what it termed the 'forced establishment' of settlements in the West Bank, news agency Reuters and outlet Arab News reported.

According to the reports from both outlets, Beijing made clear its position that Israel must halt settlement construction in the area.

At this stage, full official details regarding the specific forum in which the remarks were delivered or the circumstances prompting the Chinese statement have not yet been released. Additionally, an official response from Israeli authorities has not yet been provided.

Sources: Arab News, Reuters

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