China to Send Envoy to Middle East Amid Rising Tensions

China says it will send a special envoy to countries in the Middle East and surrounding regions to encourage dialogue and help ease tensions amid continuing conflict in Yemen and the Red Sea and concern over wider instability. The announcement comes amid reports of possible renewed U.S. and Israeli military action against Iran. Beijing urged the parties to resolve differences through negotiations and work toward a sustainable ceasefire, saying it would continue cooperating with the international community to support regional peace and stability.