Zelensky claims 155 Chinese fighting for Russia in Ukraine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says at least 155 Chinese citizens are fighting for Russia in the war.

His comments come after two Chinese fighters were captured earlier this week – marking Kyiv’s first official allegation that China was supplying Russia with manpower.

Speaking to journalists on Wednesday, Zelensky reiterated his claim that there are “many more” Chinese nationals engaged in the conflict, based on information gathered by his government.

Responding on Thursday, a Chinese government spokesman said they “advise relevant parties to correctly and soberly understand China’s role and not to make irresponsible remarks”.

“China is neither the creator nor a party to the Ukrainian crisis. We are a staunch supporter and active promoter of the peaceful resolution of the crisis,” said foreign ministry spokesman Lin Jian.

He reiterated an earlier comment that appeared to suggest that Chinese soldiers fighting for Russia were doing so in their private capacity.

Mr Lin said China “has always required its citizens to stay away from armed conflict areas and avoid being involved in armed conflicts in any form, especially to avoid participating in military operations of any party”.

Beijing has previously denied many of its citizens are fighting for Russia, saying the claim has “no basis in facts”.

Earlier this week, Zelensky said his forces had fought six Chinese soldiers in Ukraine’s eastern Donetsk region and took two prisoner. Russia declined to comment on this revelation.

Credit: bbc.com

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