In a stirring address to the UN Security Council, China's permanent representative Fu Cong called on Israel to immediately halt its military operations in Gaza. Amid intensifying conflict and reports of hundreds of casualties from recent airstrikes, Fu stressed that relying on military force only deepens humanitarian crises.
Fu underscored the importance of a fully implemented ceasefire, pointing out that the contrasting results of prolonged conflict versus a short-lived ceasefire demonstrate the power of restraint. He argued that forceful tactics not only endanger hostage lives but also erode the trust essential for lasting peace.
Emphasizing international humanitarian law, Fu urged Israel, as the occupying power, to meet its obligations by restoring full humanitarian access to Gaza and eschewing any politicization of aid. His message also warned against using humanitarian assistance as leverage, a practice that undermines international legal norms.
Expressing support for the reconstruction initiative led by Egypt and other Arab states, Fu envisioned a scenario in which the people of Gaza could rebuild their communities and shape their future. His remarks resonated as a call for the international community, particularly the UN Security Council, to take decisive action for a permanent ceasefire and a comprehensive, just solution to the conflict.
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Chinese envoy urges Israel to renounce 'obsession with use of force'
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