Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning Photo: fmprc.gov.cn

In response to proposals by officials from the US and some EU countries to transfer nuclear weapons to Ukraine, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Thursday that China is highly concerned about the issues of nuclear risks arising from the Ukraine crisis and has repeatedly emphasized that nuclear weapons must not be used, and a nuclear war must not be fought.

Mao urged all parties to remain calm and exercise restraint under the current circumstances, promote the deescalation of situation and reduce strategic risks through dialogue and consulation.

The New York Times reported on November 21 that some unidentified Western officials had suggested that the US President Joe Biden is considering providing Ukraine with nuclear weapons before he leaves office, according to Reuters.

Global Times