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155 Chinese citizens fighting for Russia in Ukraine war: Zelensky

Russia Volodymyr Zelenksyy Ukraine China
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky

Kyiv: Alleging that China is supplying manpower to Russia, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky claimed that at least 155 Chinese nationals are fighting for Russia in the war.

This came after two Chinese fighters were captured by the Ukrainian Army earlier this week, BBC reported.

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Addressing a press conference, Zelensky on Wednesday said his government has information that there are "many more" Chinese citizens fighting in the war.

However, China refuted this claim, saying, "it is not based on facts".

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