Urgent: Xi urges Middle East countries to address differences through dialogue

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday urged countries in the Middle East to resolve their differences through dialogue instead of use of force.

Xi made the remarks when delivering a speech at the Arab League headquarters during his visit to Egypt.

"Use of force offers no solution to problems. Parties to the conflict should focus on advancing the process of political settlement," said Xi, adding that "the international community should respect the will and role of those directly involved, the neighboring countries and regional organizations, instead of imposing a solution from outside." Endi