China Rebukes Zelensky for Saying “Beijing Aware” of Russia Recruiting Hundreds of Chinese Nationals
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accused Beijing of knowing Chinese citizens were being recruited to fight for Russia in Ukraine. At least 163 Chinese nationals are allegedly serving in Russian units, with two recently captured in Donetsk. One reportedly paid $3,000 for recruitment. Zelensky said Beijing was aware of recruitment via social media. China denied involvement, calling Zelensky