China turning blind eye to its citizens fighting in Ukraine, says Zelenskyy

09/04/2025 18:52 The Guardian

Ukraine’s president says at least 155 fighters have been uncovered, and that Russia is recruiting via social mediaVolodymyr Zelenskyy has said Ukraine is aware of at least 155 Chinese nationals fighting for Russia and accused Beijing of turning a blind eye to their recruitment and allowing them to participate in the invasion of his country.Officials released two dossiers naming, and in some cases picturing, Chinese men who were said to have signed up, though Ukraine did not suggest this meant Beijing was seeking to enter the war alongside Russia. Continue reading...

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