China on Tuesday said it opposed Israel’s military actions in Gaza, after its armed forces said expanded operations in the territory would include displacing “most” of its population. “China is highly concerned about the current Palestine-Israel situation,

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the population of Gaza will be displaced to the south after his security cabinet approved an expanded military operation in the enclave that a minister described as a plan to “conquer” the territory.

The statement also urged a ceasefire and the immediate release of hostages, while expressing concern over a new aid delivery system approved by Israel on May 4. The statement said