China’s top diplomat Wang Yi has sharply criticized the killing of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, calling it a violation of international norms that could derail Gaza ceasefire talks. \"The assassination seriously undermines efforts for peace,\" Wang said during a phone call with Iran’s acting foreign minister, Ali Bagheri, on Sunday.
Haniyeh, Hamas’ political chief, was killed in Tehran on July 31 during a visit for Iran’s presidential inauguration. Israel has been blamed for the attack. Wang stressed China’s \"firm opposition\" to the act, urging global cooperation to push for Security Council resolutions and a lasting Gaza ceasefire.
Iran’s Bagheri praised China’s stance and urged Beijing to take a bigger role in Middle East mediation. Wang also highlighted plans to deepen China-Iran ties, calling for stronger collaboration under Iran’s new leadership. \"We will support each other’s core interests,\" he vowed.
\"The assassination seriously undermines efforts for peace,\" Wang said during a phone call with Iran’s acting foreign minister, Ali Bagheri, on Sunday.
Wang stressed China’s \"firm opposition\" to the act, urging global cooperation to push for Security Council resolutions and a lasting Gaza ceasefire.
Wang also highlighted plans to deepen China-Iran ties, calling for stronger collaboration under Iran’s new leadership. \"We will support each other’s core interests,\" he vowed.
