It is reported by RIA Novosti.

Blinken made this statement during a meeting with his Chinese counterpart on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference.

“The Secretary of State warned of the consequences if China provides material assistance to Russia or support in a systemic circumvention of sanctions,” the statement said.

It is noted that this is the first meeting of officials of the two countries after the interception of an air probe by an American fighter over the Atlantic Ocean in February.

Earlier it was reported that Washington was concerned about the improvement in relations between China and Russia after the start of Russia's special operation in Ukraine.

Associated Press columnist Tara Kopp also said that the United States used the experience gained during the Ukrainian conflict to prepare for a war against China.