Kallas: China trained Russian soldiers to fight in Ukraine

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas revealed that China has trained Russian military personnel to participate in the Ukraine war. The statement comes as international pressure on China grows over its support for Russia. Kallas presented this as significant evidence of China's military involvement in the conflict.

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas stated that China has trained Russian soldiers to fight in Ukraine. This represents one of the strongest public accusations to date of China's military involvement in the ongoing conflict on Russia's side.

China's role in the war

According to Kallas, the evidence of China's participation in training Russian forces is concrete and serious. This statement adds a new dimension to long-running disputes over China's role in the war. Beijing has officially stressed its neutrality, yet has simultaneously maintained close economic cooperation with Moscow.

Western allies have repeatedly warned that China supplies dual-use goods that reach Russian military industry. However, Kallas's statement points to more direct military cooperation, raising questions about China's responsibility under international law.

International pressure on Beijing

The EU has already imposed measures against Chinese companies that help Russia evade sanctions. Kallas's message is a clear signal that the union does not intend to ignore China's direct military contribution and may consider additional steps.

The statement coincided with a G7 summit in France in Évian, where discussions also covered Ukraine's peace plan and the Iran issue. Ending the Ukraine war remains one of the most complex challenges in international diplomacy.