U.S. Sanctions Chinese Firms for Aiding Russian Drone Production

The sanctions target companies involved in developing drones used by Russia in Ukraine, marking the first U.S. penalties on China for complete weapons systems collaboration.

• The U.S. Treasury has imposed sanctions on two Chinese companies, Xiamen Limbach Aircraft Engine Co. and Redlepus Vector Industry Shenzhen Co, for their roles in developing and shipping drones used by Russia in Ukraine.
• The sanctions also target Russian entities, including TSK Vektor and its owner Artem Yamshchikov, for facilitating the production and transport of these drones.
• The Garpiya series drones, developed in China in collaboration with Russian firms, have been used to attack critical infrastructure in Ukraine, causing significant casualties.
• The U.S. accuses China of deepening ties with Russia despite Beijing's claims of neutrality and responsible trade practices.
• Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has urged Western allies to maintain pressure on Russia through sanctions and to support Ukraine's defense capabilities.

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