China urges citizens to leave 'Israel' 'as soon as possible'
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China’s embassy advised its citizens to exit "Israel" immediately amid a continued Iranian retaliation to the Israeli aggression and as Israeli strikes derail nuclear talks.
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Israelis take shelter during a missile siren alert in Haifa, on June 16, 2025 (AFP)
China's embassy in "Israel" issued an urgent advisory on Tuesday calling on its citizens to evacuate the occupied territories “as soon as possible,” amid the escalating military confrontation between the Israeli occupation and Iran.
“The Chinese mission in Israel reminds Chinese nationals to leave the country as soon as possible via land border crossings, on the precondition that they can guarantee their personal safety,” the embassy said on its official WeChat account.
It added, “It is recommended to depart in the direction of Jordan.”
Beijing’s advisory comes in the wake of a surprise aerial aggression by the Israeli occupation targeting multiple sites across Iran, an operation it claimed was aimed at preventing Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons, an allegation Iran has consistently denied.
China’s embassy warned that the conflict is “continuing to escalate,” noting that “much civilian infrastructure has been damaged, civilian casualties are on the rise, and the security situation is becoming more serious.”
Trump backs Israeli strikes, warns Tehran residents to evacuate
The latest wave of Israeli attacks has derailed ongoing diplomatic efforts surrounding Iran’s nuclear program, with US President Donald Trump urging Tehran to return to the negotiating table.
On Monday, Trump left the G7 summit in Canada ahead of schedule, signaling a possible shift in US posture toward more direct involvement.
Before departing, he posted on his Truth Social platform, “Everyone should immediately evacuate Tehran!”
Speaking at a photo opportunity with other G7 leaders in Kananaskis, Trump remarked, "I have to be back as soon as I can. I wish I could stay for tomorrow, but they understand, this is big stuff."
He told reporters, “As soon as I leave here, we’re going to be doing something,” though he did not specify what.
Although Trump stopped short of confirming direct US military participation, he voiced support for the Israeli attacks and warned Iran it would be “foolish” not to agree to a negotiated settlement.
“It’s painful for both parties, but I’d say Iran is not winning this war,” he said during a meeting with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney.
G7 leaders divided over response as nuclear talks collapse
The rapidly intensifying conflict has left G7 leaders scrambling for a unified response. While the United States did not commit to joining a group statement on the crisis, European leaders expressed concern over the humanitarian toll and risk of broader regional escalation.
French President Emmanuel Macron urged the Israeli occupation to avoid targeting civilians in Iran.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz added that the G7 would emphasize “the legitimate right of the state of Israel to defend itself” while pursuing “potential additional measures to reach a diplomatic solution.”
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer noted a “consensus for de-escalation” among G7 members, despite diverging views on the path forward.
Canada and European leaders had hoped to finalize a G7 declaration, but diplomatic sources confirmed that Trump had yet to sign on.
Since the US withdrawal from the 2015 nuclear deal under Trump’s previous administration, Iran has increased its uranium enrichment levels.
However, it has not reached the threshold for weaponization. Meanwhile, the Israeli regime, widely believed to possess nuclear weapons, continues to carry out strikes on Iranian military and nuclear facilities, killing high-ranking officials and scientists.
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