• Xi Jinping calls for de-escalation in the escalating Israel-Iran conflict.
• China actively evacuating its nationals from both Israel and Iran due to rising tensions.
• Beijing opposes military actions infringing upon sovereignty and emphasizes peaceful resolutions.
• A joint statement from 21 Arab countries condemns Israeli airstrikes and calls for de-escalation.
• The conflict has seen casualties on both sides, raising international concern.

Chinese President Xi Jinping has condemned the recent Israeli military actions against Iran, which he states have led to the “sudden escalation of tensions” in the Middle East. In comments made during a meeting with Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev at the China-Central Asia Summit in Kazakhstan, Xi called for all parties to "de-escalate the conflict as soon as possible" and highlighted China's readiness to play a constructive role in restoring peace and stability in the region, according to South China Morning Post and Anadolu Agency.

As tensions escalate, the Chinese government is taking precautionary measures to ensure the safety of its citizens abroad. The Foreign Ministry has urged Chinese nationals to evacuate from both Israel and Iran, citing concerns about the conflict's growing intensity. "We oppose any act that infringes upon the sovereignty, security, and territorial integrity of other countries," Xi stated, emphasizing military conflict is not a solution, according to Newsweek and South China Morning Post.

In response to the rapidly deteriorating conditions, the Chinese embassy in Israel has advised its citizens to leave the country as soon as possible via land routes, while the embassy in Iran has indicated multiple border crossings as evacuation routes. Chinese nationals are reportedly anxious about impending travel disruptions due to the ongoing conflict, according to Anadolu Agency and Newsweek.

Alongside China's responses, global leaders have expressed their concerns about the conflict. A recent joint statement by 21 Arab and Muslim countries condemned Israel’s airstrikes and called for immediate de-escalation in the region. This highlights the growing international apprehension regarding the conflict's impact on stability in the Middle East, especially with U.S. involvement being speculated following President Donald Trump's comments regarding military presence in the region, as reported by South China Morning Post and Anadolu Agency.