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U.S. Calls Chinese Soldiers Fighting for Russia “Disturbing”.
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The United States expressed deep concern after reports confirmed that Chinese nationals were captured fighting alongside Russian troops in Ukraine.
State Department Responds to Zelensky’s Report
State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce has just addressed the issue at a press briefing, following President Volodymyr Zelensky’s statement that two Chinese nationals were captured in Donetsk Oblast.
“It’s Disturbing,” Says U.S. Official
“We’re aware of those reports that Ukraine captured two Chinese citizens fighting on behalf of Russia in Ukraine.”
North Korea’s Role Also Troubling, U.S. Says
Bruce also noted that North Korea’s involvement in the war was alarming and tied it to China’s broader support of Russia’s military campaign.
China Supplies 80% of Russia’s War Materials
“China is a major enabler of Russia in the war in Ukraine,” Bruce said.
“China provides nearly 80% of the dual-use items that Russia needs to sustain the war.”
Clashes Reported With Six Chinese Fighters
According to President Zelensky, Ukrainian forces clashed with six Chinese fighters near the villages of Tarasivka and Bilohorivka. Two were captured and are now held by Ukraine’s Security Service.
North Korean Troops Already Active in the Conflict
Last fall, North Korea reportedly sent 12,000 troops to Russia’s Kursk region. Ukraine captured two North Korean soldiers in January.
Chinese Fighters Caught on Ukrainian Soil
While North Korean soldiers have so far fought on Russian territory, the Chinese nationals were reportedly engaged inside Ukraine.
Ukraine Demands Explanation from Beijing
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha stated that China’s chargé d’affaires had been summoned to condemn the incident and request clarification.
China’s Growing Role in Russia’s War Effort
China has become Russia’s leading supplier of dual-use goods since the full-scale invasion began, skirting international sanctions and deepening strategic ties with Moscow.
