Overview

• Ukrainian President Wolodymyr Selenskyj asserts that at least 155 Chinese citizens are fighting for Russia in the Ukraine war, with Kyiv holding detailed personal data on these individuals.
• Reports indicate that Chinese recruits are being lured through social networks like TikTok, with promises of Russian citizenship and payments ranging from 2700 to 3100 euros.
• China officially denies any involvement, stating that its citizens are advised to avoid conflict zones, while Kremlin officials also reject claims of Beijing’s complicity.
• Selenskyj emphasizes that the presence of Chinese fighters contradicts Beijing’s stated neutrality and warns of escalating geopolitical tensions.
• The alleged recruitment of Chinese fighters underscores broader concerns about shifting global alliances and the potential impact on international peace efforts.