
China urges respect for Syria's sovereignty after Israeli strikes
"Syria's sovereignty and territorial integrity should be respected," foreign ministry spokesman Lin Jian said, adding: "Amid the ongoing turbulence in the Middle East, actions that could escalate the situation must be avoided."
AFP

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