As an unprecedented Israeli attack on Iran last week sparks a spiraling conflict between the two enemy states, China has seen an opportunity to cast itself as potential peace broker – and an alternative voice to the United States.

Iran and Israel continued on Sunday their aerial attacks, which began Friday with a series of Israeli strikes on Iran.

President Donald Trump warned that "it's possible" that the United States "could get involved" in the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict if it continues to escalate during an exclusive interview with ABC News' Rachel Scott on Sunday (June 15).

Emergency services reported at least three killed and dozens more wounded in Israel as the fourth day of open warfare between the regional foes causes air raid sirens to be triggered

The conflict, the most intense fighting between the two countries in decades, has been met in the United States with feelings of “frustration and helplessness,” as well as heartbreak.

President Trump said “it’s possible” the United States becomes involved in the current conflict between Iran and Israel, ABC News reported Sunday. “We’re not involved

Discussing the conflict between Israel and Iran, the former vice president said Trump "ought to be looking elsewhere than Vladimir Putin for advice."

Israel targeted oil depots and the Iranian defense ministry as Iran hit Israel with new missile and drone attacks. Follow DW for more.