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Xi Jinping backs Macron’s idea of global truce during Paris Olympics - media.
Chinese President Xi Jinping has supported French President Emmanuel Macron’s proposal for a ceasefire in Ukraine, Gaza and Sudan during the Olympic Games in Paris this summer.
According to Censor.NET, this was reported by the French newspaper Le Monde, citing Macron's own statement made during a conversation with journalists after a meeting with the Chinese leader in Paris.
It is noted that Macron welcomed Xi's willingness to "ask all stakeholders for an Olympic truce during our upcoming Games".
"Together, we believe that this initiative can be an opportunity to work towards a lasting solution in full respect of international law," the French president said.
Read more: China intends to work on finding "good solutions to crisis in Ukraine" - Xi Jinping
Xi's position
Macron also welcomed China's "commitment" to "refrain from selling any weapons" to Russia.
Xi, for his part, called for China not to be "vilified" in the context of the "Ukrainian crisis", as, according to him, Beijing is playing a "positive role" in finding a peaceful solution to the war.
"We oppose the use of the Ukrainian crisis to blame others, to defame a third country and to start a new Cold War," the Chinese leader said.
Read more: We expect China to use all its influence on Russia to end war against Ukraine, - von der Leyen
As a reminder, French President Emmanuel Macron said he would ask Russia for a ceasefire during the Olympic Games in Paris.
He also expressed hope that a ceasefire would be reached in Gaza and Sudan during the Summer Olympics. To achieve this truce, he was going to involve partners, in particular, to ask Xi Jinping for help.
Consequences of Russian missile attack on recreation centre in suburbs of Kharkiv.
Today, on 19 May, Russians attacked a recreation centre in the village of Cherkaska Lozova in the suburbs of Kharkiv, according to preliminary data, with two Iskander-M missiles. There are casualties and wounded, including children.
Explosions in Kharkiv: Russians strike at Shevchenkivskyi district (updated).
Explosions were heard in Kharkiv again.
Occupiers hit Kupiansk direction with MLRS: 5 people died and 9 were injured.
Russians attacked the Kupiansk district of the Kharkiv region, causing deaths and injuries.
Russians hit suburbs of Kharkiv using «repeated strike» tactic: pregnant woman was among dead - Klymenko.
On 19 May, around 11:00, the RF Armed Forces launched a missile attack on a recreation centre in the village of Cherkaska Lozova. 5 people died, including four civilian men and a woman who was seven months pregnant. 16 people were injured, includi...
British Defense Minister Shapps on Russian-Chinese alliance: Direct threat to our way of life.
British Defense Minister Grant Shapps said that the alliance between Russia and China poses a threat to Western countries.
Are rising temperatures fueling ALL extreme weather? - DW News.
Extreme heat, floods and storms in Asia, the U.S, Brazil and beyond threaten billions of people globally. Many of the disasters are fueled by humans burning fossil fuels like coal, oil and gas. But not all of them. We take a closer look at the wor...
Dow Jones exceeds 40,000 for first time ever
For the first time ever on Thursday, the Dow Jones average rose about 40,000, providing new optimism about the economy. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger breaks down what it means. Each weekday morning, "CBS Mornings" co-hosts Gayle King,...
Sen. Bob Menendez reveals wife has breast cancer amid ongoing trial
New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez announced his wife, Nadine Menendez, is being treated for grade 3 breast cancer. Her trial is on hold as she undergoes treatment. The couple is accused of engaging in a bribery scheme. Each weekday morning, "CBS Mornin...
Thousands without power after deadly storms strike Texas.
Powerful wind and rain slammed the southeastern part of Texas for the second time this month. At least four people were killed in the storm and more than 800,000 customers are still without power. Each weekday morning, "CBS Mornings" co-hosts Gayl...
Scottie Scheffler arrested at PGA Championship after traffic incident.
The world's top-ranked golfer, Scottie Scheffler, was arrested Friday morning while trying to enter the Valhalla Golf Club ahead of Friday's second round of the PGA Championship. He's facing multiple charges, including assaulting a police officer,...
On the water for dragon boat racing
An ancient Chinese tradition is coming to life this weekend in Washington, D.C. Dozens of dragon boats will be on the water, with teams from across the country all racing for glory.