President Trump's new strategy to resolve the Ukraine conflict by engaging directly with Russia raises speculation about his intentions to weaken the Sino-Russian alliance. China, feeling marginalized and uneasy,

Nixon, advised by Henry Kissinger, capitalized on existing fractures between leaders in China and Russia, created by ideological differences and territorial skirmishes. Today, the neighbors are self-described "no limits" partners,

The U.S. and China are both effectively pushing Ukraine back into Russia’s sphere of influence – but Beijing’s approach suddenly looks more reasonable in comparison.

US President Donald Trump’s push to end the war in Ukraine appears poised to hand key concessions to Russia, leaving Kyiv and its European supporters on the sidelines as they face the prospect of a peace deal made over their heads.

Foreign Minister Wang Yi met his Russian counterpart, Sergey Lavrov, on the sidelines of the G20 meeting in Johannesburg.

Speaking at the G20 summit in South Africa, Wang said Beijing “hopes that the interested parties can find a sustainable and lasting solution that considers each other’s concerns.” “China supports all efforts aimed at peace,