Schumer Urges Xi to Back Israel Amidst Hamas Attacks in Beijing

U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer called on Chinese President Xi Jinping to support Israel after deadly attacks by Hamas, expressing disappointment with Beijing's lack of sympathy. Schumer, leading a bipartisan congressional delegation on a trip to Asia, emphasized the need for economic reciprocity and a level playing field for U.S. businesses in China. The delegation aims to advance U.S. economic and national security interests. China's foreign ministry expressed concern about the escalation and called for a ceasefire, urging Chinese citizens to avoid traveling to the area.