Revamped Article:
Xi Jinping, China's Leader, Pushes for an "Instant" Truce in Israel-Hamas Conflict
In a recent virtual gathering, including BRICS nations Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, China's head of state, Xi Jinping, called for an immediate halt to the ongoing war between Israel and the radical Islamic group Hamas. He also urged for the release of civilian detainees.
Xi suggested an "international peace conference" to put an end to the Gaza conflict, along with a prompt solution to the Palestinian question, which should be comprehensive, equitable, and sustainable to establish lasting peace in the Middle East. This would require the involvement of all parties and subsequently address the Palestinian issue adequately.
The summit, spearheaded by South Africa, centered extensively around the Gaza dispute. South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa accused Israel of unfair practices, equating the prohibition of essential resources, such as medicine, fuel, food, and water, to the inhabitants of Gaza to "genocide."
The conflict between Hamas and Israel began on October 7, with Hamas militants launching attacks against Israel, mainly against civilians. According to Israeli sources, close to 1,200 individuals were reported dead and around 240 were taken captive in the Gaza Strip. In retaliation, Israel carried out aerial raids on targets in Gaza, and later, ground troops were deployed in the Palestinian territory. Hamas, whose claims could not be independently verified, reported over 13,300 individuals killed since the Israeli attacks commenced around six weeks prior.
- Xi Jinping urged for an immediate cease-fire in the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict and urged for the release of civilian detainees.
- He advocated for an international peace conference in hopes of resolving the conflict, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive, just, and sustainable solution to the Palestinian question.
- South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa accuses Israel of war crimes and calls the denial of essential resources to Gaza residents "genocide."
Insights:
- China, consistently aligned with the two-state solution, rejects displacement plans for Palestinians, as shown by Chinese President Xi Jinping's approval of Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas's letter.
- Supporting negotiations and peace, South Africa remains committed to resolving conflicts diplomatically.
These insights demonstrate that while not explicitly stated, China and South Africa's position in the Gaza conflict aligns with diplomatic efforts to resolve conflicts through peaceful means and adhering to international law. Proposed solutions include humanitarian aid, a two-state solution, reconnection between Gaza and the West Bank, and accelerating Gaza's reconstruction.
