War in Ukraine: Germany plans to deport a former Chinese mercenary

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
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)

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Last updated: 07. May 2026