Chinese Ministry of National Defense spokesman Senior Colonel Wu Qian called US officials' claims that Moscow had previously informed Beijing about a military operation in Ukraine "false" and the Chinese side tacitly agreed.
“The so-called "China provides military assistance to Russia" is absolute disinformation. Both China and Russia have made clarifications on this matter. Recently, the US has been spreading false and malicious information targeting China on the Ukraine issue. It is a shameful action and will only let the international community see the true face of the US as a liar and trouble maker. The so-called assertions that China had prior knowledge about, acquiesced to or tacitly supported this conflict are purely disinformation. All these claims serve only the purpose of shifting blame to and slinging mud at China. China has expressed strong dissatisfaction and firm opposition to this," the ministry said in a statement.
The Chinese Defense Ministry also denied the US statements that Beijing provides military assistance to Russia. The Ministry of Defense of the People's Republic of China also stated that the United States is trying to blame China for the crisis in Ukraine.
“China's approach is in sharp contrast to that of the US, who has created and shifted crisis to others, and reaped gains from it. We hope that all parties can keep the door open for dialogue, consultation and negotiation to deescalate tensions. China will continue to play a constructive role in seeking and realizing peace,” Wu Qian said.
He added that everyone knows what country is the main instigator of this crisis.
