China opposes any escalation of the Ukrainian conflict and rising tensions. About this, commenting on Joe Biden's permission to strike tactical ballistic missiles ATACMS deep into the territory of Russia, said the press secretary of the Chinese Embassy in the United States Liu. Pengyu, reports TASS.
"China's position on the Ukrainian crisis is consistent and clear. China is committed to advancing peace talks and opposes any steps that could lead to an increase in tension and escalation of the situation in the region," he said.
The diplomat added that Beijing stands for a peaceful diplomatic settlement of the conflict.
"Instead of adding fuel to the fire and inflaming the conflict, the relevant parties should strive to create conditions for a political settlement of the Ukrainian crisis through dialogue and negotiations and make practical efforts to maintain peace," Liu Pengyu further said.
Earlier, the media reported that US President Joe Biden authorized strikes from the territory of Ukraine deep into Russia with ATACMS tactical ballistic missiles. Following this, according to some Western publications, the same permissions were followed from France and the UK.
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