China-Middle East summit: Arab & Muslim delegations call for immediate Gaza ceasefire

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Diplomatic efforts to end the war are increasing around the world.

In Beijing, government officials have hosted a delegation from the Palestinian Authority, Indonesia, Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Jordan to discuss how China could act as a mediator. The summit, during which China pledged to work to "restore peace in the Middle East," is seen as part of a push by Beijing to step up its international role.

Al Jazeera's Katrina Yu reports from the Chinese capital.

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