Chinese side: Deeply regretful

GateUser-bd883c58 · 2026-04-07T08:31:30+00:00

Spokesperson Mao Ning of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed deep regret over the mention of Israel and the United States attacking historical sites in Iran's report, calling on all parties to cease military actions and to engage in dialogue as soon as possible to end the war.

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2026-04-07 08:31:30

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On March 31, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning presided over a regular press briefing.

A reporter asked that, according to a report from Iran, since the outbreak of war on February 28, the Israeli authorities and the United States have attacked more than 130 sites of historical relics and monuments, many of which have been included in UNESCO records. These attacks have caused serious damage. What position does China hold regarding these incidents of attacks?

A comparison before and after the attack on Iran’s Golestan Palace in Tehran

Mao Ning said that world cultural heritage is a valuable asset for all humanity. China deeply regrets the damage done to Iran’s cultural relics and historic sites during the war. She urged all parties to the conflict, especially the United States and Israel, to immediately and fully stop military operations, promptly launch dialogue and negotiations, and end this war as soon as possible—one that should not have happened in the first place.

Reporter: Meng Yaxu

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