Chinese Foreign Ministry's Remarks on Iran's Strikes Against Israel
Compare the security warnings issued by the Chinese embassies in Israel and Iran
China is deeply concerned about the current escalation of the situation and calls on the relevant parties to remain calm and exercise restraint to avoid further escalation of tensions. This round of escalation is the latest manifestation of the spillover of the Gaza conflict. The most pressing task is to effectively implement United Nations Security Council Resolution 2728 and quell the Gaza conflict as soon as possible. (Passed by the UN Security Council on March 25, demanding an immediate ceasefire for the month of Ramadan, the immediate and unconditional release of hostages, and the urgent need to expand the flow of aid into Gaza. There were 14 votes in favor to none against, with the US’s abstention)
China calls on the international community, especially countries with influence, to play a constructive role in maintaining regional peace and stability.
Source: https://www.fmprc.gov.cn/fyrbt_673021/dhdw_673027/202404/t20240414_11281441.shtml
Compare the security warnings issued by the Chinese embassies in Israel and Iran
The warning for Israel strongly advises Chinese citizens against traveling to Israel for the time being. It highlights the potential high-security risks and difficulties in obtaining assistance if they insist on going. Furthermore, the China Consular Affairs website has categorized travel risk to Israel as a "red light" (no-go).
In contrast, the Chinese Foreign Ministry hasn’t upgraded the risk alert for Iran. While the travel risk for Iran remains at a "yellow" level (medium risk), the warning advises Chinese citizens to exercise caution when considering travel to Iran in the near future.
Chinese Embassy in Israel:
April 12th - According to the website of the Chinese Embassy in Israel, the current tensions in the Middle East have further escalated, and the local security situation in Israel has become more severe and complex.
The Chinese Embassy in Israel once again reminds Chinese citizens in Israel to closely follow the local security situation and the safety alerts issued by the embassy, always stay vigilant about safety precautions, insist on not going out unless necessary, resolutely avoid going to high-risk areas and sensitive locations, effectively enhance safety awareness, overcome paralysis thinking, strengthen safety precautions, and ensure safety.
At present, the relevant safety alert remains in the state of "reminding Chinese citizens not to travel to Israel for the time being". Please pay great attention to this and do not travel there in the near future. If you still insist on going, you may face extremely high security risks and it may affect the effectiveness of obtaining assistance. In case of an emergency, please report to the police in a timely manner and contact the Embassy in Israel.
Source: https://il.china-embassy.gov.cn/lsqw/202404/t20240412_11280956.htm
Chinese Embassy in Iran:
April 14th - Iran launched a military strike against Israel. The Department of Consular Affairs of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Chinese Embassy in Iran remind Chinese citizens to monitor the development of the regional situation closely, be cautious about traveling to Iran in the near future, and for Chinese citizens and institutions already in the country to maintain a high level of vigilance, strengthen safety precautions, and make emergency preparations. In case of an emergency, please report to the police in a timely manner and seek assistance from the Chinese Embassy or Consulate in Iran.
Source: https://app.xinhuanet.com/news/article.html?articleId=b9ed508e3564d35933d5d7e171f64842