Ukraine captures Chinese citizens who fought with Russian army, Zelenskyy says
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China Rejects Ukrainian Claims About Its Citizens Fighting Alongside Russia
Above: Lin Jian, a spokesman for the Chinese Foreign Ministry, answers questions from journalists on March 4, 2025, in Beijing, China. Image copyright: Johannes Neudecker/Contributor/picture alliance via Getty Images
The Spin
Pro-Ukraine narrative
The two Chinese prisoners of war captured in Ukrainian territory are the tip of the iceberg of Chinese nationals fighting alongside Russia in the conflict. China needs to answer for these troubling revelations.
Pro-China narrative
China has been consistent in its attempts to bring peace to the war and has maintained a neutral position. Beijing has strongly urged its citizens not to fight in the conflict, let alone in any other foreign engagements.