Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to soon visit Russia's Vladimir Putin and, according to media, weeks after China proposed a 12-point plan for peace in Ukraine. All of this has sparked speculation that China may try to get the rivals to the negotiating table.

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Russian forces have invaded Ukraine from land, air and sea with strikes causing widespread damage. Global leaders have condemned the move and imposed sanctions.

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Can China broker peace between Russia and Ukraine?

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