The situation in Israel and Gaza is extremely distressing. Israel has intensified its offensive in Gaza after an attack by Hamas militants over the weekend. The details of the attack are horrifying, with reports of militants crossing the heavily fortified border into Israel, raiding homes, and taking hostages. This has resulted in the deaths of at least 1,200 people and …

When Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas visited Beijing in June, China pledged to contribute “Chinese wisdom, Chinese strength” to resolve the long-standing conflict between the Palestinians and Israel. This commitment was seen as part of China’s ambition to expand its diplomatic influence in the Middle East, traditionally dominated by the United States. However, China’s response to the recent outbreak of war …