Ministry of Foreign Affairs: China Supports Direct Dialogue and Negotiations Between Russia and Ukraine, Supports Political Resolution of the Crisis

On the 19th local time, Russian President Putin and U.S. President Trump had a phone conversation to discuss the Russia-Ukraine issue. During today's regular press conference at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, a reporter asked about this. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning stated that China supports all efforts conducive to peace, supports direct dialogue and negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, and supports a political resolution to the crisis. It is hoped that all parties can reach a fair, lasting, and binding peace agreement acceptable to all parties involved through dialogue and negotiation. (CCTV News)