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Archived story · published October 16, 2026. Coverage reflects reporting at the time. See today's brief

World · October 16, 2026

China tells Israel to stop 'forced establishment' of West Bank settlements

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Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Israeli President Isaac Herzog in Azerbaijan to discuss the Middle East conflict. During the meeting, Wang Yi called for an end to the 'forced establishment' of West Bank settlements and characterized the Palestinian question as a major historical injustice. Herzog emphasized Israel's security concerns regarding Iran and its proxies. While China positions itself as a regional mediator and supporter of a two-state solution, the meeting occurs amidst ongoing friction regarding the implementation of the US-brokered ceasefire in Gaza.

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  • Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met face-to-face with Israeli President Isaac Herzog in Azerbaijan.
  • Wang Yi called for Israel to stop the 'forced establishment' of settlements in the West Bank.
  • Wang Yi described the 'Palestinian question' as 'the greatest historical injustice of this century'.
  • Herzog stated the meeting focused on bilateral relations and regional threats, specifically Iran.
  • China maintains close ties with Iran and is the largest buyer of Iranian oil.

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  • Over 1,400 Palestinians have been killed in Israeli strikes in the year since the October 2025 ceasefire began.
  • China previously brokered a deal to restore ties between Iran and Saudi Arabia in 2023.
  • Both Israel and Hamas have accused each other of violating the terms of the US-brokered ceasefire agreement.

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