China and Germany condemn Russian threat to use nuclear weapons in Ukraine

Xi Jinping tells Olaf Scholz of the need for greater cooperation during times of change and turmoil'

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Xi Jinping and Olaf Scholz have condemned Russia's threat to use nuclear weapons in Ukraine, with both leaders expressing their desire for the conflict to end.

The Chinese president stressed the need for greater cooperation between China and Germany in what he referred to as times of change and turmoil", and said both leaders jointly oppose the use or threat of use of nuclear weapons," although he stopped short of criticising Russia or calling for the withdrawal of Russian troops.