A Chinese mercenary who fought for Russia against Ukraine is now in Germany after fleeing. The authorities have rejected his asylum applications. He faces severe punishment in China.

07. May 2026

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07. May 2026

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Screenshot aus Dokumentarfilm über chinesische Söldner im Ukraine-Krieg

Xu Xiaoren was interviewed in a Russian bunker as part of a documentary film. (Youtube/ 柴静 Chai Jing)

Last updated: 07. May 2026

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