Beijing has called similar claims from Washington “groundless” and “unacceptable” British Defence Secretary Grant Shapps has accused China of providing or preparing to provide military aid to Russia for use in Ukraine. Beijing has repeatedly denied playing any part in the Ukraine conflict.

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At least 14 people have been killed in Belgorod, the Russian Emergencies Ministry has said Numerous videos have appeared on social media showing the consequences of a strike by Kiev’s forces on the Russian city of Belgorod on Saturday. The city is located some 40 kilometers from the border with Ukraine.