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From Russia-China Cooperation Tightens Amid US Policy Shifts and European Security Concerns

How could the coordination between China and Russia affect the Armed Forces of Ukraine?

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Russia's escalation and China's support increase risk for Ukraine The coordination between China and Russia, combined with the Trump administration pivoting away from European alliances, creates a dual pressure on the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Russia is escalating hybrid warfare against Ukraine, including bombing a power plant in Kharkiv. Simultaneously, the partnership allows Russia to deepen its reliance on China for critical military and dual-use industrial products, such as electronics used in Russian military drones. Furthermore, the potential for the US to cut off weapons sales, paid for by Europeans, forces the EU, UK, and Canada to pick up the slack, straining the overall Western support structure for Ukraine.

Reported by 9 independent outlets Written Oct 12
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  • Russia is escalating hybrid warfare against Ukraine, including bombing a power plant in Kharkiv and murdering three people near Kharkiv.dailykos.com
  • China accounts for the majority of electronics used in Russian military drones.thediplomat.com
  • Trump says he might cut off weapons sales paid for by Europeans.dailykos.com
  • The EU, UK, Canada, et al are going to have to pick up the slack until US support changes.dailykos.com

Why it matters

The Armed Forces of Ukraine are currently engaged in a war against Russia, and their ability to defend themselves relies heavily on sustained military and financial support from Western allies. The reports indicate that Russia is not only escalating its attacks but is also securing critical military supplies from China, which is a major factor in maintaining its war effort despite Western sanctions.

This dynamic creates a significant strategic challenge for Ukraine. While the pivot of the US away from alliances may force Europe to increase its military aid, the simultaneous strengthening of Russia's supply chain via China and the increased aggression from Moscow puts immense strain on Ukraine's defense capabilities.

What we don't know yet

  • Will the EU, UK, and Canada be able to compensate for any potential reduction in US weapons sales?
  • How will Russia's reliance on Chinese military technology affect the long-term effectiveness of its military operations in Ukraine?

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China increases its economic investment in RussiaThis would further stabilize Russia's economy and military-industrial complex, making the pressure on Ukraine more sustained and difficult to counter.
The Trump administration maintains strong weapons sales to UkraineThis would mitigate the strain on European aid commitments and provide a more stable flow of military support to the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

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