Zelenskyy Says 155 Chinese Nationals Fighting for Russia

Beijing has denied any state involvement.
Zelenskyy Says 155 Chinese Nationals Fighting for Russia
One of the two Chinese nationals captured by Ukraine after fighting for the Russian military in a photo published April 9, 2025. Security Service of Ukraine
Bill Pan
Bill Pan
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Wednesday that at least 155 Chinese troops are fighting alongside Russian forces as Moscow prepares to launch a fresh spring offensive.

Speaking to reporters on April 9, Zelenskyy said Ukrainian intelligence had obtained the surnames, passport information, and service assignments of 155 Chinese nationals allegedly serving in the Russian military, adding that “many more” could be involved as the war enters its fourth year.