Britain's defense minister Grant Shapps stated that the UK has evidence that China is sending lethal aid to Russia for use in its war against Ukraine.
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We have evidence that Russia and China are collaborating on combat equipment for use in Ukraine
U.K. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced on May 22 that the country will hold a snap general election on July 4.
The prime minister's announcement triggers the dissolution of parliament and the beginning of a six-week campaign to secure a majority (326) of the U.K.'s 650 constituencies.
The law required Sunak to hold an election before January 2025.
Grant Shapps accused China on May 22 of providing or preparing to provide Russia with lethal aid for use by Moscow in its war against Ukraine.
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