China urges Pakistan and Afghanistan to stop fighting after deadly border clashes, calling for peace and dialogue.

China has urged Pakistan and Afghanistan to immediately cease hostilities following intensified border clashes that resulted in significant casualties, expressing deep concern over the escalation and calling for a ceasefire, dialogue, and de-escalation to prevent further suffering and regional instability. At a February 27, 2026, press briefing, foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning emphasized China’s active mediation efforts, support for counter-terrorism, and commitment to regional peace. The conflict, sparked by cross-border military operations including Pakistani airstrikes and Afghan retaliatory strikes, has drawn international concern, with the UN, Iran, Russia, and others urging restraint and diplomatic solutions amid ongoing violence and a fragile security situation.