It may include equipment for the spring offensive of the Russian Federation, in particular uniforms or body armor.
American officials believe that China can supply Russia with non-lethal military aid to wage war against Ukraine. It may include uniforms or even body armor for the Russian military.
According to NBC News, citing four American officials, China has helped Russia before. In particular, the country supported Russian disinformation campaigns and promoted Russian narratives about the war against Ukraine. However, Beijing’s new aid to Moscow is more tangible, as it is intended for use by Russian troops in Ukraine.
US officials refused to disclose any details about China’s aid to Russia. However, according to their information, it may include equipment for the spring offensive of the Russian Federation, in particular uniforms or body armor.
Journalists note that the White House is also concerned that Beijing is considering sending lethal aid to Moscow.
“We’ve clearly expressed our concern about euthanasia. We haven’t seen them cross that line yet, but we don’t think they’ve stopped discussing it,” the source emphasized.
The interlocutor of the publication noted that China is trying to act inconspicuously. However, new trends point to potentially more significant support for the Russian military by the Chinese government.
According to one of the sources, Chinese aid to Russia was part of the conversation during a meeting between US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken and China’s top diplomat Wang Yi, which took place after the Munich Security Conference.
In addition, according to NBC News, Blinken and other US officials at a security conference in Munich shared data about Chinese aid to Russia with partners.
At the same time, it is not yet known whether China’s support violates any sanctions and whether the US will impose sanctions or restrictions on China as a result of Beijing’s policy. One source familiar with the White House’s thinking told the publication that the US would not hesitate to take action against those who violate the sanctions.
Cooperation between Russia and China
Journalists of The Wall Street Journal write that China continues to secretly supply its drones to the Russian Federation. For this, intermediary firms and the countries of the Persian Gulf are used.
At the same time, the Vice President of the United States of America, Kamala Harris, warned China against helping Russia with lethal weapons that could be used in the war against Ukraine. According to her, the US is concerned about the deepening of cooperation between Moscow and Beijing over the past year.
Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Ma Zhaoxu, during a working visit to Russia, agreed to promote progress in relations between the countries in 2023. Such joint intentions of the parties were confirmed during the negotiations.
