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War in Ukraine
China Urges ‘De-escalation’ After Moscow’s Kyiv Strike Threats, Silent on Embassy Evacuation
Beijing reiterated its neutral stance on the war, as Ukraine and others view Russian warnings as part of a broader intimidation campaign.
May 26, 2026
Putin
OPINION: Xi Likely Read Putin the Riot Act
What was at stake at the Chinese-Russian summit in Beijing?
May 24, 2026
Russia
Russia Expands Yuan Borrowing Days After Putin’s China Visit
Russia said it will issue new government bonds denominated in Chinese yuan just days after Vladimir Putin returned from Beijing, underscoring Moscow’s growing financial dependence on China amid war spending pressures.
May 22, 2026
Ukraine
France Urges China to Press Russia to End War in Ukraine
Russia’s isolation since the full-scale invasion has pushed it closer to Beijing, Paris said, urging China to use that leverage.
May 22, 2026
Putin
ANALYSIS: No Pipeline Deal – But What Did Putin Secure in China?
Though the fate of the Power of Siberia 2 pipeline remains unclear, Putin managed to secure 41 agreements in Beijing – plus a joint tirade against Europe and the US.
May 21, 2026
Putin
Putin Departs Beijing Without Deal on Massive Gas Pipeline to China
Putin failed to secure Xi’s approval for the long-planned 50 bcm Power of Siberia 2 gas pipeline during talks in Beijing.
May 21, 2026
US
Taiwan Leader Says ‘Foreign Forces’ Cannot Decide Island’s Future
Taiwan’s president warned that “foreign forces” cannot decide the island’s future after Trump suggested US arms sales could be tied to China talks.
May 21, 2026
Putin
Putin in Bejing: Partner or Supplicant?
As Putin meets Xi in Beijing after Trump’s visit, analysts say Russia is becoming increasingly dependent on China for energy, trade and geopolitical backing.
May 21, 2026
OPINION: Lukashenko Ran From Putin to Xi Looking for Cover
Lukashenko’s Beijing trip exposed a ruler seeking Chinese cover as Kyiv raises the cost of Belarus’ role in Russia’s war.
June 30, 2026
