Diplomatic tensions between Washington and Beijing intensified during a heated United Nations Security Council session on July 25, as the two global powers exchanged accusations over China’s alleged support for Russia in the ongoing war in Ukraine. While the United States accused China of covertly supplying Moscow with materials used in military operations, Beijing firmly denied the charges, calling for a more constructive approach toward peace.

Acting US Ambassador to the UN, Dorothy Shea, did not mince words in her remarks to the Security Council. “Beijing’s claim to have implemented strong export controls on dual-use goods falls apart in the face of daily recovery of Chinese-produced components in the drones, weapons, and vehicles that Russia uses against Ukraine,” she stated. Shea insisted that Chinese support was “fueling Russia’s aggression” and demanded that Beijing stop enabling Moscow’s military operations.

China’s Deputy UN Ambassador, Geng Shuang, promptly rejected the accusations, framing the US position as “baseless and provocative.” Geng stated, “China did not start the war in Ukraine, is not a party to the conflict, has never provided lethal weapons, and has always strictly controlled dual-use materials, including the export of drones.” He accused Washington of deflecting responsibility and fostering division. “We urge the US to stop shifting blame on the Ukraine issue or creating confrontation and instead play a more constructive role in promoting a ceasefire and peace talks,” Geng added.

The debate underscored the widening diplomatic gulf........

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