# China opposes attacks on civilians after Riyadh airport strike

https://mins.news/en/item/97352

- CGTN, 2026-10-12 08:23 UTC
- World
- Original: https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-10-12/China-opposes-attacks-on-civilians-after-Riyadh-airport-strike-1Rbi3Vkwsb6/p.html?UTM_Source=cgtn&UTM_Medium=rss&UTM_Campaign=World

> Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said China opposes attacks on civilians and civilian facilities and urged all sides to avoid escalating regional tensions. Responding to a question about Houthi forces attacking King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, she called for dialogue and negotiations to resolve disputes and promote regional peace and stability.

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