"Israel regards China as an adversary and has chosen the wrong target."
In October 2023, China's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Zhang Jun, said this at the United Nations Security Council.
Israel is reminded not to regard China as an enemy and an adversary because of China's attitude toward the Palestinian-Israeli issue and its failure to conform to Israel's will.
After a year, Israel has forgotten China's warning, and not only has not relented, but has become more rampant.
Not only did Israel ignore the United Nations, but its National Defense Forces (NDF) repeatedly attacked the United Nations Interim Force (UNIFIL) for peacekeeping in Lebanon.
There were even attacks on Chinese troops.
This time, why did Israel dare to brazenly provoke UN peacekeepers? What does the international community think of this?
First, the Israel Defense Forces have repeatedly attacked peacekeeping forces
On the 10th and 11th of this month, the Israel Defense Forces attacked UNIFIL, drawing strong condemnation from the international community.
As of the 12th, more than 40 countries have come forward to condemn Israel's actions.
What shocked the outside world even more was that Israel ignored the condemnation and intensified its aggression against UNIFIL again on the 13th.
According to media reports, at about 4:30 a.m. on the 13th, two Merkava main battle tanks belonging to the Israel Defense Forces suddenly appeared at the UNIFIL camp in Lamia.
Ignoring the restraint of the peacekeeping army, they forcibly broke into the camp and behaved very arrogantly.
Israel Defense Forces confronted UNIFIL in the camp and the camp was in chaos.
Peacekeepers from China were also attacked and did not withdraw until nearly 7 a.m.
Israel's Merkava main battle tank
When the Israeli army broke into the camp, several shells were used, which were fired directly into the camp.
The smoke from the explosion of the shells eventually caused problems in the bodies of 15 peacekeepers to varying degrees.
Later the next day, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi commented on the matter:
The United Nations Security Council mandated UNIFIL to carry out peacekeeping missions, and Israel could not ignore the United Nations and should not have done anything to attack UNIFIL.
Rather, practical and effective measures should be taken to ensure the safety of peacekeepers.
Just as the outside world condemned the actions of the Israel military, the Israel side stood up and gave a very ridiculous explanation.
The Merkava main battle tank did not deliberately force its way into the camp of the peacekeeping force, but was attacked by anti-tank missiles and was unable to respond.
had to choose to retreat, and in the process of retreat "strayed" into the camp.
This statement given by Israel is difficult to convince the public.
When asked why the Israeli army had destroyed the gate of the peacekeeping camp, they chose to turn a blind eye.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres said that if it can be confirmed that the Israel military deliberately provoked UNIFIL, then the Israeli army's actions would constitute war crimes.
According to the relevant laws and regulations of the United Nations, the acts of the Israeli military must be punished by corresponding laws.
Second, the United States ignores its condemnation and provides anti-missile systems to encourage Israel's wanton acts
Just as the international community condemns Israel for lawlessness and targeting the UN peacekeepers.
The United States Department of Defense chose to side with Israel, adding fuel to an already tense and chaotic situation.
United States Ministry of Defense has clearly announced that in order to strengthen the Israel's air defense capabilities, United States will provide Israel with the most sophisticated THAAD anti-missile system.
In addition, the US military will personally go to guide the Israeli military operations and ensure that the anti-missile system fully functions.
As soon as the news came out, the international community held that United States' assistance to the Israeli army this time was an act of symbolic significance.
Not only does it provide defensive weapons to allies, but it also strengthens Israel's response to the air threat posed by possible missiles from countries such as Iran.
And there are even more evil strategic intentions of the United States hidden.
In the Middle East, from the last century to the present, every time an armed conflict breaks out, on the surface it is a military act, but in fact behind it can be seen the political intentions of the hegemonic countries.
United States has made it clear this time that it supports Israel, which also means that the contradictions between Arab countries will further intensify in the future.
United States President Joe Biden said that he United States provide the THAAD anti-missile system to protect the security of Israel in this war.
In fact, United States is a strong backing for Israel, cheering Israel, which will cause Israel to become unscrupulous.
United States move is contrary to justice, has further deteriorated relations between Middle Eastern countries, and aroused widespread dissatisfaction in the international community.
Many countries believe that under the current tense situation, the United States can no longer fuel Israel's arrogance and lead to further intensification of regional conflicts.
Rather, it should play a neutral role and promote a peaceful resolution of regional conflicts.
It is precisely with the support of United States that Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has never changed his strategy due to external pressure in the face of the Israeli army's attacks on UN peacekeeping forces of varying degrees.
In addition, Netanyahu publicly called on Guterres to order the withdrawal of UNIFIL troops in the fighting zone in southern Lebanon as soon as possible.
The United Nations peacekeeping force is dispatched with the aim of bringing a state of security and stability to the warring zone as soon as possible.
If the Government of Israel continues to ignore the United Nations and uncheck Israeli military operations.
Well, the contribution of the peacekeepers will become meaningless, which will lead to an increase in tension.
Third, United States aid Israel, Iran is ready for war
As a matter of fact, United States's provision of the THAAD anti-missile system to Israel this time is a habitual act of United States in dealing with the Middle East issue for a long time.
Look back.
Whenever Israel encounters threats from other countries in the Middle East or escalates conflicts with other countries, we can always see the United States to a greater or lesser extent.
On April 1 this year, the Israel military fired six missiles from F-35 warplanes in the Golan Heights and landed at the Iran embassy in Syria.
Thirteen people were killed, including seven Iran servicemen.
In the aftermath of the incident, United States attitude towards Israel continued to be one of aiding and abetting.
Not only openly supported Israel, but also imposed economic sanctions on the victim Iran.
Middle Eastern countries that are already familiar with United States' operation have directly stimulated the nerves of Iran and other Middle Eastern countries after learning that United States has provided the THAAD anti-missile system to Israel.
Iran Foreign Minister Araghzi said that the Iran government remains committed to maintaining peace and stability in the Middle East, and Israel and United States should be responsible for the current chaos in the Middle East.
He also advised UN Secretary-General António Guterres.
At this critical juncture, the United Nations should exert its international influence.
Provide humanitarian assistance to Lebanon and the Palestinian Gaza Strip to stop the chaos in the Middle East.
If Israel's relations with Lebanon deteriorate further, it is likely that Iran will also be affected by the war.
Araghzi has publicly stated that even if Iran hopes that Israel and Lebanon will end the war peacefully as soon as possible, Iran does not want to be involved in another war.
But this does not affect Iran's readiness to enter war at any time.
Iran has entered a state of readiness for war, which is considered by the outside world to be a frontal tough United States.
For a long time, Iran has been ranked among the military powers in the Middle East with its strong combat power and advanced missile technology.
If Iran really comes up with weapons to go to war, then United States will not be able to realize its interests in the Middle East by supporting Israel.
At the same time, there is a possibility of being threatened.
United States, which has always interfered in Middle East affairs through tough military means.
Will it really launch a large-scale war against Iran and other Middle Eastern countries in order to protect Israel?
It is not yet known.
However, although United States is a military power, it is also a great test for United States to be caught in wars with many countries at the same time.
In addition, waging a war in the Middle East will also have a certain impact on the economy of the United States.
With the outbreak of war, the oil-rich Middle East will no longer be able to supply oil as before, and international oil prices will rise.
United States, which has a very high demand for oil, also has to bear high oil prices.
Therefore, it can be said that the protection of Israel United States is actually a double-edged sword.
On the one hand, the THAAD anti-missile system has given Israel an advantage in regional conflicts and made the country more secure.
On the other hand, it has brought unforeseen challenges and impacts to the United States, and it cannot be ruled out that United States will be involved in uncontrollable wars in the future.
In particular, Iran officially announced Iran's readiness for war.
The position of the United States, which used to occupy a dominant position in the chaotic situation in the Middle East, has been shaken.
The situation in the Middle East is fraught with more variables and uncertainties.
Summary:
In this conflict, the countries involved are all playing games to protect their own interests.
As bystanders, we are always looking forward to the war in the Middle East being extinguished as soon as possible.
Only when the smoke of gunfire clears as soon as possible can the Middle East usher in true peace and prosperity.