Kremlin Denies Chinese Satellite Intelligence Support in Ukraine Conflict

Ukraine has accused Russia of using Chinese satellite intelligence to improve the precision of its missile strikes, particularly targeting sites benefiting from foreign investment. Ukrainian intelligence officials, such as Oleh Aleksandrov, have detailed extensive Chinese support to Russia since 2023, including the shipment of military and dual-use goods via rail, air, and sea, facilitated by a "shadow fleet" of sanctioned cargo carriers. Specific Chinese companies have been named for supplying materials used in Russian drones and other military applications. In response, the Kremlin, through spokesperson Dmitry Peskov, has firmly denied these allegations, emphasizing Russia's independent space and military capabilities to meet all battlefield requirements. This dispute highlights the broader geopolitical tensions and the complexity of international support in the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Meanwhile, Ukrainian officials point to increased Chinese assistance as part of a growing support network sustaining Russia's military operations.