China, Russia, and Turkey encourage Iran and Israel to cease the fighting.

• China urges Iran and Israel to reduce tensions following missile strikes on Israeli cities and military targets in Iran.

• The Foreign Ministry spokesman, Guo Jiakun, urges all parties to take immediate steps to cool down tensions and prevent further regional turmoil.

• Russian and Turkish leaders, Putin and Erdogan, discussed the war and called for an immediate end to hostilities.

• Erdogan accused Israel of threatening West Asian security.

• China’s top diplomat, Wang Yi, clarified Beijing’s support for Tehran in phone calls.

• Guo emphasized that force cannot bring lasting peace and China will continue to promote peace and dialogue.