Archive · 18 Aug 2025
German Minister: China Fuels Russia's War in Ukraine
Germany's Foreign Minister Wadephul is calling out China for helping Russia in its war with Ukraine.
He says China provides most of the supplies Russia uses for the war and buys its oil and gas, which goes against international rules.
Wadephul also spoke about North Korea sending weapons to Russia, which is possible because of China's support.
He made these comments before meetings where Zelenskyy, Trump, and European leaders talked about ending the war.
He also discussed tensions in Asia with China.
German Foreign Minister Wadephul criticized China's support of Russia's war in Ukraine.
Wadephul stated China supplies 80% of dual-use goods used by Russia and is its largest buyer of oil and gas.
His comments were made ahead of talks involving Zelenskyy, Trump, and European leaders.
Wadephul highlighted North Korea's support of Russia, facilitated by China's involvement.
The minister also raised concerns about rising tensions in the Taiwan Strait and South China Sea.
- Who
- German Foreign Minister Wadephul, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, US President Donald Trump, and European Leaders
- What
- German Foreign Minister Wadephul accused China of supporting Russia's war in Ukraine.
- When
- Monday
- Where
- Tokyo
- Why
- To address China's support for Russia's war and discuss the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
Germany/West
China
China's Role
Germany/West
China is actively supporting Russia through trade and material aid.
China
China maintains it is neutral and is not directly involved in the conflict.
- Key Figure
- German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul
- Location
- Tokyo
- Main Topic
- China's support of Russia's war
- Goods
- 80% of dual-use goods come from China
- Meeting Attendees
- Zelenskyy, Trump, European Leaders
Sources
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German Minister Accuses China of Growing 'Aggressiveness'
German foreign minister urges more pressure on Russia before Trump–Zelenskiy meeting
Zelensky arrives in Washington to meet Trump, hope to end the ongoing war with Russia