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Ukraine Accuses China of Aiding Russia with Drone Production and Combatants

Kyiv summons China’s ambassador over evidence of Chinese nationals in Russian military roles and technology transfers for drone production.

Russia's national flag (L) by the Chinese flag as a portrait of late Communist leader Mao Zedong outside Tiananmen Gate, during the state visit of Russia's President Vladimir Putin in Beijing on May 16, 2024.
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy speaks during a joint press conference with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Odesa, Ukraine April 15, 2025. REUTERS/Nina Liashonok/File Photo
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Overview

  • Ukraine's Foreign Ministry summoned Chinese Ambassador Ma Shengkun to address allegations of Chinese nationals and companies supporting Russia's war effort.
  • President Zelenskiy claims Chinese citizens are working at a Russian drone factory, with suggestions that Russia may have stolen Chinese drone technology.
  • Kyiv alleges that at least 155 Chinese nationals are fighting for Russia, with two captured and presented as evidence.
  • Ukraine has shared intelligence with Beijing, including claims of Chinese companies supplying gunpowder, artillery, and other military goods to Russia.
  • China denies all allegations, calling them unwarranted and politically motivated, while reaffirming its official stance of neutrality in the war.