China's Xi Jinping expresses support for Russia's Putin after Moscow shooting

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping arrive for Russia-China talks in an expanded format at the Kremlin in Moscow.

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Chinese President Xi Jinping sent condolences to Russian President Vladimir Putin on Saturday after a deadly shooting at a concert hall near Moscow, saying China opposes all forms of terrorism and strongly condemns terrorist attacks.

China firmly supports the Russian government's efforts to maintain national security and stability, Xi said, according to CCTV state television.

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