In the midst of Moscow's escalating invasion of Ukraine, Russian officials are said to have approached Chinese colleagues about getting military equipment from the nation. Moscow also asked more economic assistance from Beijing, which has emerged as a critical partner as the rest of the world moves to isolate Russia.
a request that has heightened tensions in the ongoing conflict ahead of a Monday meeting in Rome between top officials from the US and Chinese administrations. In anticipation of the meetings, National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan, who is scheduled to meet with Chinese counterpart Yang Jiechi this week, urged China on Sunday against giving any tangible assistance to Russia in order to help it deal with global sanctions. Sullivan said."We will not allow it to happen,"
