Key facts
- China's UN Ambassador Fu Cong called for Israel to withdraw troops from Lebanon.
- Fu Cong stated Lebanon's sovereignty, security, and territorial integrity must be respected.
- Statements were made at an emergency UN Security Council meeting.
- UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres proposed a uniformed UN presence for de-escalation.
The UN Security Council convened for an emergency session concerning the situation in Lebanon. Amidst escalating regional tensions, China's representative voiced strong demands regarding Israeli troop presence and respect for Lebanese sovereignty. This follows a proposal by UN Secretary-General Guterres for a uniformed UN presence to aid de-escalation and coordination.