China condemns Israel over gunshots fired at diplomats in West Bank

Beijing has issued a sharp rebuke of Israel after its soldiers opened fire near a group of foreign diplomats during a visit to the occupied West Bank.

“China firmly opposes any acts endangering the safety of diplomatic personnel,” said foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning during a regular press briefing in the capital.

The shots were fired as international envoys, including European and Arab officials, toured the Jenin refugee camp - an area that has witnessed repeated Israeli raids. As the delegation briefly deviated from a pre-approved route, Israeli troops opened fire near them.

“We demand the launch of a full investigation so that similar incidents do not happen again,” Mao added.