The U.S. engages in a 7-hour dialogue with China amidst Russia's conflict in Ukraine.

• The Rome talks, lasting over seven hours, were described as "intense" by a senior administration official.
• An official, speaking anonymously, stated that Jake Sullivan informed the Chinese delegation that the U.S. is worried Beijing may aid Russia in evading global sanctions.
• Reports indicate that Moscow has requested military equipment from China to aid its ongoing conflict in Ukraine, which has been ongoing for three weeks.

On Monday, officials from the US and China held talks about the issues affecting their bilateral relationship, including the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

The Rome talks, lasting over seven hours, were described as "intense" by a senior administration official.

According to an official who spoke to reporters on the condition of anonymity, Jake Sullivan, Biden's national security advisor, conveyed to China's top diplomat, Yang Jiechi, that the U.S. is concerned Beijing may attempt to help Russia evade global sanctions.

The official stated that we have deep concerns about China's alignment with Russia, and the national security adviser directly addressed those concerns and their potential implications and consequences.

Moscow requested military equipment from China for its war in Ukraine, which is now in its third week, and Sullivan's trip followed this news. When asked about the timing of the trip by reporters, the official downplayed its significance.

U.S. and Chinese officials coordinated schedules for this meeting, which had been planned for some time, the official stated.

Beijing has refuted claims that it provided military assistance to Russia for its invasion of Ukraine. On Monday, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov rejected allegations that Russia sought military aid from China.

The State Department spokesman, Ned Price, stated at a press briefing on Monday that they are closely monitoring any support provided by the PRC or any other country to President Putin's war against the government of Ukraine, the state of Ukraine, and the people of Ukraine.

Price stated that there would be consequences for any Beijing's support, both privately and publicly.

A senior U.S. defense official stated on a call with reporters on Monday that if China materially supports Russia in this war, there will likely be consequences for China.

The official stated that China has given tacit approval to Russia's actions by not imposing sanctions, accusing the West and the United States of aiding Ukraine, and claiming they wanted a peaceful resolution but taking no action to achieve it.