China's Foreign Ministry says it is closely following developments after its consulate in Odesa was damaged in a Russian missile strike. China “maintains contact with interested parties” and will “take all necessary measures to ensure the safety of Chinese institutions and citizens in Ukraine," said a representative of the ministry in response to a question as to whether Beijing has lodged a protest against Russia. The ministry confirmed that there was an explosion on July 20 near the Chinese consulate in Odesa and a wall of the building and windows were damaged by the blast’s shockwave. The employees of the consulate were not injured. To read the original story by RFE/RL’s Ukrainian Service, click here.
Chinese Foreign Ministry Monitoring Developments After Russian Strike On Odesa Damages Consulate Building
The Chinese consulate was damaged during Russian strikes on the Ukrainian Black Seat port this week. (file photo)