Xi Jinping’s visit to Moscow coincides with the Trump administration’s push for a 30-day “unconditional ceasefire” between Russia and Ukraine and the upcoming U.S.-China trade talks. Xi is among 29 world leaders attending commemorations for Victory Day, a significant event marking the Soviet Union’s WWII losses. The presence of Xi influenced the attendance of other leaders, despite Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s warning that participation would undermine neutrality in the Ukraine conflict.
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva mentioned Zelenskyy had asked him to convey a message to Putin about a sustained ceasefire. Lula stated that attending the event will not bolster Putin and reaffirmed Brazil’s critical stance on the Ukrainian occupation, emphasizing the need for peace. However, the atmosphere in Moscow was charged with nationalism and militarism, reflected in the widespread display of the orange-and-black Saint George ribbon and billboards linking WWII commemoration with Russia’s ongoing military actions in Ukraine.
The May 9 celebrations, which typically honor the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany and recognize the loss of 27 million lives, were overshadowed by the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Xi, as China’s leader, aimed to portray neutrality while maintaining ties with Russia. He expressed hopes for a “fair and durable peace deal” acceptable to all parties involved. As Xi concludes his visit, U.S. and Chinese officials are set to meet in Switzerland to address tariffs that have stirred global economic concerns, with experts suggesting that these trade pressures are influencing diplomatic negotiations.
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