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June 16, 2022

Xi Jinping Expresses Support for Russia's "Sovereignty and Security"
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On Wednesday, Chinese President Xi Jinping spoke by phone with Russian
President Vladimir Putin in the second known call between the two
leaders since the war began. Xi reportedly expressed support for
Russia's "sovereignty and security" and pledged to increase ties with
Moscow. He is also said to have called on all parties to push for a
"proper settlement of the Ukraine crisis."


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