The United States has accused China of supporting Russia in its war against Ukraine, highlighting that Beijing's actions contradict its claims of pursuing peace. Source: US Deputy Ambassador to the United Nations Robert Wood during the UN Security Council meeting on 20 Details: Wood emphasised that China's support for Russia goes against the principles of the UN Charter.

In a recent statement, Russian President Vladimir Putin provided new insights into China's role in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. He emphasized the growing importance of China as an ally in Russia’s geopolitical strategy and outlined fresh plans to strengthen this partnership.

European Union leaders are set to avoid directly calling out China for its support of Russia’s war against Ukraine, according to a draft statement they plan to adopt at a summit in Brussels this week.