Following Russia's announcement of massive missile attacks on Kyiv, the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs called on all parties to refrain from further escalating the conflict. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning stressed the importance of dialogue to resolve the war, but there has been no official word on the evacuation of Chinese diplomats from Kyiv.
Briefly about the main points
- China called for refraining from escalating the war in Ukraine.
- A spokeswoman for the Chinese Foreign Ministry did not confirm the evacuation of diplomats from Kyiv.
- Moscow threatens massive missile attacks on Kyiv.
- Ukraine is ready to increase security for diplomats in Kyiv.
China's position on Moscow's threats to Kyiv
The Chinese side called for restraint in response to Russia's threats with massive missile attacks on Kyiv. Spokesperson for the Chinese Foreign Ministry Mao Ning called dialogue and negotiations the only viable way to resolve the conflict in Ukraine. She stressed the need to stop the escalation and create conditions for the resumption of the negotiation process.
This official call reflects China's traditional position, which avoids direct support for one of the parties and insists on diplomatic methods of settlement. At the same time, China does not respond to Moscow's threats with tougher measures or condemnation.
Evacuation of diplomats and Ukraine's reaction
The Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson did not give a clear answer to the question about the evacuation of diplomats from Kyiv, refraining from confirming or denying such information. Since the start of the full-scale invasion, China has maintained the presence of its embassy in Kyiv, evacuating only to Lviv in March 2022.
Ukraine's Foreign Ministry thanked foreign diplomats for their work during the war and offered to increase security for those who applied. At the same time, Russia called on foreigners and diplomats to leave the city, citing alleged threats.
China officially declares neutrality in the war, avoiding the definition of aggressor and victim, which distinguishes it from the more rigid position of many other global players. This balance reflects the complex diplomatic situation and China's strategic interests in the region.
