The German magazine claims that a Chinese manufacturer would be ready to deliver 100 drones to Russia, capable of carrying a 35 to 50 kg warhead.
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Russia would be in discussion with a Chinese manufacturer for the purchase of 100 drones, according to the German newspaper The mirror who, however, does not cite specific sources. Several Western countries, including the United States and Germany, have warned China in recent days, urging it not to sell arms to Russia. If North Korea and Iran have been accused of sell weapons in Moscowgrappling with harsh Western sanctions, China has so far steered clear.
The Chinese manufacturer ready to deliver 100 drones
The mirror claims, however, that Chinese drone maker Xian Bingo Intelligent Aviation Technology has said it is ready to manufacture 100 prototypes of its ZT-180 drone which, according to the German magazine, might carry a 35-50 kg warhead. “I told the representatives of China that this cannot be accepted,” German Chancellor Olaf Scholz told ZDF public television on Thursday when asked regarding possible Chinese aid to Russia.
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These Chinese-made drones are said to be similar to the Iranian Shaheed-136, with which Russia has launched countless attacks once morest Ukraine, killing hundreds and damaging civilian infrastructure. According The mirror, the Chinese company also reportedly intends to help establish a production site for its drones in Russia, where up to 100 devices might be manufactured per month.