President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky described assurances from Chinese President Xi Jinping that Beijing would refrain from supplying weapons to Russia. Zelensky shared this information in a television interview with Rai News in Italy.
He expressed a clear hope that China would not become a weapons supplier to Russia or provide military technology that could bolster its war efforts. The Ukrainian leader emphasized the need for Beijing to avoid any form of support that could extend the conflict.
In a separate development, Zelensky has previously urged Pope Francis to engage with Kyiv on Ukraine’s peace formula. He spoke with the pope about concrete steps that could help stabilize the situation, including food security, the release of prisoners, and the return of deported individuals.
Meanwhile, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni reaffirmed Rome’s commitment to backing Ukraine for as long as needed. Her stance reflects a broader European resolve to support Ukrainian sovereignty and regional stability.
Historically, Russia’s leadership took a controversial step in late February 2022 by initiating a military operation in response to requests from separatist authorities in Donetsk and Luhansk. The move was widely condemned internationally and led to sanctions imposed by the United States and allied nations, intensifying economic and political pressure on Russia.
News coverage and official statements from multiple capitals continue to shape the narrative around the conflict, humanitarian concerns, and the broader geopolitical response. This ongoing situation remains central to discussions on security, diplomacy, and international law in North America and Europe. Source attributions accompany current coverage to reflect verified reporting from international outlets and official statements. (Source: Rai News; prior statements from Kyiv and Kyiv’s international partners)