‘You are a humanitarian,’ US envoy tells Putin after deal to secure teacher’s release
Stephen Hubbard has been imprisoned in Russia for four years after the Ukrainian town where he lived with his partner was captured during Putin’s full-scale invasion.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha hosted Chinese Ambassador Ma Shengkun at the Foreign Ministry's diplomatic residence. The meeting centered on bolstering bilateral relations ahead of the 35th anniversary of Ukraine and China's established diplomatic ties. Both sides emphasized the importance of cooperation within international organizations, enhancing political contacts, boosting bilateral trade, and facilitating Ukrainian goods in the Chinese market.
China also offered steps to help achieve a swift and peaceful resolution to the conflict in Ukraine. Ukraine looks forward to China's constructive role in the matter. Foreign Minister Sybiha expressed sincere gratitude to Ambassador Ma and the entire Chinese mission for their continued work in Kyiv amidst relentless Russian attacks.
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