Translation. Region: Russian Federal
Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian –
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News
TOKYO, June 21 (Xinhua) — Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya called for a de-escalation of the conflict between Israel and Iran, he told his Israeli counterpart Gideon Saar in a telephone conversation on Friday.
The Japanese minister expressed deep concern over the ongoing exchange of attacks between Israel and Iran and the massive damage caused.
He said any action that could lead to further escalation should be avoided and that restoring calm was of paramount importance.
Takeshi Iwaya also asked the Israeli government for support in ensuring the safety of Japanese citizens in the country.
Japan’s Foreign Ministry said on Friday that a total of 87 Japanese citizens and their family members have been evacuated from Israel and Iran to neighboring countries. –0–