Chinese leader Xi Jinping warned the president Russia of Vladimir Putin from the use of nuclear weapons in Ukraine. This is reported by the Financial Times, citing Chinese and Western officials.
The publication reports that Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin discussed ways to resolve the conflict in Ukraine during the Chinese leader's visit to Moscow in March 2023. The Chinese leader warned his Russian counterpart against the use of nuclear weapons.
According to FT sources, Xi's visit to Russia showed his concern about the Ukraine conflict, despite Moscow's support. Beijing's position on nuclear weapons was included in China's plan for a peaceful settlement of the situation in Ukraine.