- On Feb. 24, 2025, Ukraine marked the third anniversary of its war against Russia’s invasion, as world leaders scrambled to broker a peace deal — with or without Kyiv’s involvement.
- China has used the conflict to strengthen its strategic partnership with Russia, gaining a more dependent ally while gauging Western responses to potential future conflicts.
- Chinese companies were found to have supplied Russia with dual-use technologies, such as drones, semiconductors and body armor to aid Russia’s war efforts and circumvent Western sanctions.
- Fearing Russia may reduce its reliance and the U.S. may drive a wedge between them after the war, Beijing is stepping up efforts to solidify ties with Moscow while securing its place in the shifting global order.
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