China Criticizes Romney’s Inept Dangerous Jerusalem Remarks

Romney’s silver foot in his mouth again threatens war in the Middle East per Chinese.

China says Romney comments calling Jerusalem capital of Israel could incite war in Middle East

China criticized Mitt Romney on Tuesday, saying that the United States­ presidential candidate's statement that Jerusalem is the capital of Israel could worsen an already tense Middle East situation, or even re-ignite a war between Palestinians and Israelis.

A commentary Tuesday by the official Xinhua News Agency said Romney's "hawkish remarks" ignored the sensitive nature of Jerusalem. It said the comments disregarded the Palestinians' claim to the war-won eastern sector of the city, which was annexed by Israel in 1967 in a move that is not internationally recognized.

Romney also suggested during a trip to Israel that he was open to move the U.S.­ Embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem, something the Israelis have long sought but the U.S. ­has refused to do because it would imply recognition of Israeli sovereignty over the entire city.

"Romney's remarks totally neglect historical facts and are actually irresponsible if he just meant to appeal to voters at home," Xinhua said.