Chinese ambassador scoffs at calls for Beijing to join condemnation of Russia's invasion of Ukraine: 'Don't be naive'

The Chinese Ambassador to the United States dismissed a question about condemning the actions of Russia.

Brennan pushed back on the topic, asking, "Why can't you condemn this?"

It doesn't solve the problem. I don't think Russia will back down by condemnation.

China has called for peace talks and a ceasefire, and has a unique position with Russia due to their shared borders and interests.

China is part of the international effort to solve the crisis in a peaceful way.

While Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for restraint from Russia, those in the country have also parroted Russian propaganda about the war.

We have made it clear that national sovereignty and territorial integrity of all countries should be protected. Condemnation cannot work. Good diplomacy is based on vision, wisdom, and courage.

President Joe Biden warned China against supporting Russia during the invasion of Ukraine. Brennan asked if China will send money and weapons to Moscow.

There is misinformation about China providing military assistance to Russia. We reject that, and we will do everything we can to prevent a war.

Top US officials have said that Russia asked for military and economic assistance from China, but they did not say what types of weapons Russia asked for.

China and Russia have normal trade, economic, financial, energy cooperation.