The missile attack against a civilian airliner high above eastern Ukraine, killing all 298 aboard, is already seen as a pivotal moment in the Ukraine crisis. China has said the conflict is an internal struggle that should be negotiated peacefully, but has resisted joining Western-led sanctions against Moscow.
After the MH17 crash, China joined the international community expressing condolences for the victims and their families.
In a statement issued shortly after the tragedy, the country’s Foreign Ministry said it was shocked by the crash and hoped the causes would be found as soon as possible.
But while some countries, including Australia and the …read more
Source: Voice of America
