Pakistan, June 19 -- China has warned that the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran could quickly spiral out of control, urging all parties to prioritize a ceasefire to avoid plunging the region into deeper chaos. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi expressed serious concern over the escalating violence during calls with regional leaders.

On Wednesday, Wang spoke with Egypt's foreign minister, highlighting Israel's actions that violate international laws and have sharply increased tensions in the Middle East. He warned that the situation risks becoming uncontrollable if urgent steps are not taken to de-escalate the conflict.

In a separate conversation with Oman's foreign minister, Wang stressed that the region cannot afford to slide in...