South China Morning Post
China affirms ‘no nukes’ position amid claims of European plan to arm Ukraine
South China Morning Post · Feb 26, 2026 · Collected from RSS
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China has doubled down on its hard line against any nuclear escalation in Ukraine and called for restraint as Russia claimed that Britain and France were planning to give Kyiv nukes. Asked about Moscow’s accusation towards the two European nations, Chinese foreign ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning urged all sides to avoid actions that could cause misunderstandings or escalate tensions. “We call on relevant parties to remain calm, exercise restraint and avoid any moves that may lead to...
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China has doubled down on its hard line against any nuclear escalation in Ukraine and called for restraint as Russia claimed that Britain and France were planning to give Kyiv nukes.Asked about Moscow’s accusation towards the two European nations, Chinese foreign ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning urged all sides to avoid actions that could cause misunderstandings or escalate tensions.“We call on relevant parties to remain calm, exercise restraint and avoid any moves that may lead to misunderstanding and miscalculation and even escalation,” Mao said at a regular briefing on Wednesday, adding that she was “not familiar with the specifics”.Still, she noted, “China always believes that nuclear weapons must not be used, a nuclear war must not be fought and international non-proliferation obligations should be earnestly observed”.Mao’s reaffirmation of Beijing’s stance came at a moment when China’s position on the Russian invasion of Ukraine is under renewed international scrutiny, with the deadliest war in Europe since World War II entering its fifth year.In a meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Beijing on Wednesday, President Xi Jinping reiterated China’s support for “consistent dialogue” on the war. He also called for equal participation by all parties and consideration of each one’s legitimate concerns.
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