Xi Jinping: Gulf stands at crossroads of war and peace

The Gulf region is in a very sensitive situation and is "standing at a crossroads of war and peace", Chinese President Xi Jinping said, calling for calm and restraint and talks to resolve the issue.

Meeting UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on the sidelines of the G20 summit in Osaka, Xi said that the Gulf region was "standing at the crossroads of war and peace," Xinhua reported.

"China always stands on the side of peace and opposes war. All parties must remain calm and exercise restraint, strengthen dialogue and consultations, and jointly safeguard regional peace and stability," Xi added.