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Russia Boosts Energy Supplies to China Amid Middle East Crisis

4/15/2026

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Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Russia is prepared to increase energy supplies to China.
The announcement came at a Beijing news conference amid the Middle East crisis.
Chinese President Xi Jinping expressed strong support for Russia and stressed mutual trust and cooperation.
President Vladimir Putin's visit is expected in the first half of 2026, likely the week starting May 18.

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Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Russia is prepared to increase energy supplies to China.
The announcement came at a Beijing news conference amid the Middle East crisis.
Chinese President Xi Jinping expressed strong support for Russia and stressed mutual trust and cooperation.
President Vladimir Putin's visit is expected in the first half of 2026, likely the week starting May 18.