Analysts: Escalating conflict tests China's Middle East approach

Taipei, Taiwan - As Israel continues to launch airstrikes against Hezbollah targets in Lebanon, China is stepping up its efforts to play the role of peacemaker in the Middle East, issuing statements of condemnation, but Beijing's actions are also exposing the limits of its ability to de-escalate tensions, analysts say.

"Beijing wants to create an impression that it is pushing for greater peace and stability in th