The Armed Forces of Ukraine have captured two Chinese nationals who were fighting alongside Russian troops in the Donetsk region, a Ukrainian territory currently under conflict.
The information was confirmed by authorities in Kyiv, who also stated that the detainees were carrying identification documents, bank cards, and personal data.
According to the Ukrainian government, there is evidence that the number of Chinese citizens involved with the occupying forces may be higher, and authorities are currently gathering additional evidence. Intelligence units, the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU), and Armed Forces teams are carrying out investigative and operational actions in the case.
In an official statement, President Volodymyr Zelensky said he instructed the Ukrainian Minister of Foreign Affairs to immediately contact Beijing to clarify how the Chinese government intends to respond to the involvement of its citizens in the war.
Militares ucranianos capturam cidadãos chineses combatendo ao lado da Rússia em Donetsk
As Forças Armadas da Ucrânia capturaram dois cidadãos chineses que estavam combatendo ao lado das tropas russas na região de Donetsk, território ucraniano atualmente em conflito.
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“The direct or indirect involvement of China in this war is a clear sign that Putin is willing to do anything — except end the conflict. He is seeking ways to prolong the fight. This demands a response. A response from the United States, from Europe, and from everyone in the world who wants peace,” Zelensky stated.
The two Chinese citizens captured remain in the custody of the Security Service of Ukraine. Investigations are ongoing.
Source and images: Official channel of President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy. This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.
