The Chinese leader said his country opposes "any act that infringes upon the sovereignty, security, and territorial integrity of other countries."

MOSCOW (Reuters) -Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping held a phone call on Thursday during which both leaders condemned Israel for its strikes on Iran and agreed de-escalation was needed,

Both leaders hold a similar stance and 'strongly condemn Israel’s actions that violate the UN Charter and other norms of international law'.