Ukrainian forces captured two Chinese nationals fighting for Russia near Tarasivka and Bilohorivka in the Donetsk region. President Zelenskyy announced the capture, stating that documents, bank cards, and personal information were found on the prisoners.
Zelenskyy indicated that more than two Chinese citizens may be fighting with the Russian forces, emphasizing the need for investigation. He instructed the foreign minister to contact Beijing regarding their response.
Zelenskyy considers the involvement of Chinese citizens as a significant escalation, indicating that Russian President Putin is not seeking to end the war. This involvement follows that of Iran and North Korea.
Zelenskyy highlighted the need for increased support from the US and a response from China. He called for discussions with partners about the capture and emphasized the challenges Ukraine faces while simultaneously confronting multiple countries with conflicting interests.
The article also discusses China's attempts to expand its military-logistic presence in the Black Sea region. There is mention of a focus on China's 'forever friends' policy with Russia, and comments on the limited ability of the US to influence China's position on the war.
The article includes a section explaining China's political system, noting its one-party structure under the Communist Party of China (CPC) and the concentration of power within the central government.