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Ukraine Accuses China of Supporting Russian War Effort Through Citizens and Companies

Kyiv summons Chinese ambassador, presents evidence of Chinese nationals aiding Russia in drone production and fighting in the war, while Beijing denies all allegations.

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

  • Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy claims Chinese citizens are working at a drone production site in Russia, possibly using stolen Chinese technology.
  • Ukraine's Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned Chinese Ambassador Ma Shengkun to express concerns over Chinese nationals fighting for Russia and companies aiding military production.
  • Evidence of Chinese involvement in Russia's war effort has been shared with Beijing via Ukraine's special services, according to officials in Kyiv.
  • Zelenskiy alleges that at least 155 Chinese nationals are fighting with the Russian army, with two recently captured by Ukrainian forces.
  • China denies providing lethal aid or dual-use items to any party in the conflict and calls the accusations groundless.