Russian Drone Hits Chinese Ship Off Ukraine Before Putin Visits Xi Jinping The timing of Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to Beijing couldn't be more awkward, thanks to a brazen attack on a Chinese owned cargo ship in the Black Sea.
The strike, carried out by Russian drones, highlights the deteriorating security situation in Ukraine and raises questions about China's stance on the conflict.
Russia's assault on civilian vessels has become all too familiar since its invasion of Ukraine four years ago.