On June 16, 2025, residential buildings in Tel Aviv, Israel, displayed visible damage as the conflict between Israel and Iran persisted. The situation on the ground was clearly impacting civilian areas.
The Chinese Embassy in Israel issued a warning to Chinese citizens, urging them to depart the country as quickly as possible. The embassy recommended utilizing land border crossings for evacuation, emphasizing the importance of personal safety during the process. Jordan was specifically suggested as the preferred route for departure.
The embassy's notice, released on Tuesday, highlighted the escalating nature of the Israel-Iran conflict. The conflict was causing damage to civilian infrastructure and leading to an increase in civilian casualties. The security situation was described as progressively worsening.
The embassy also reported receiving numerous inquiries from Chinese nationals in Israel. These individuals contacted the embassy via phone and email, seeking updates on the reopening of the airport and the resumption of Hainan Airlines flights.
According to the latest information available to the embassy, Israeli airspace remained closed. Furthermore, the Israeli government had extended the nationwide state of emergency until June 30. The embassy also confirmed that Israeli border crossings with Jordan and Egypt were still operational.
5 Comments
Stan Marsh
Did we really need to see the damage? This only prompts more fear and misunderstanding amongst nations.
Eric Cartman
It feels like the media is trying to provoke further conflict by focusing on the negative aspects.
ZmeeLove
It’s vital for citizens to prioritize their safety, and the embassy is doing the right thing by issuing this warning.
anubis
Civilians can never be forgotten in wars; their lives are invaluable and deserve protection.
Bella Ciao
It's good that the embassy is proactive in helping its citizens; they should know their options.