China halts drone sales to Europe, supplies Russia instead
China has halted the sale of drones to Ukraine and other European countries while continuing to supply Russia. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky highlights that Chinese drones are accessible to Russians but not to Ukrainians, leading to international controversy.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky reported that China has stopped selling drones to Ukraine and other European countries while continuing supplies to Russia, Bloomberg reports.
Zelensky pointed out that Chinese Mavic drones are available to Russians, raising concerns among European allies.
Mavic drones, popular among civilians, can be adapted for military purposes, making them a significant factor in the Ukraine conflict, Bloomberg notes.
The drones' capability to conduct surveillance and attacks is altering battlefield tactics, which is crucial for both sides of the conflict.
According to European officials, China has limited the supply of drone components to the West, while simultaneously increasing supplies to Russia. Beijing claims it is regulating the export of dual-use goods, but these actions raise questions about their intentions.
