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India.com
2 days ago
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- India.com
Pakistan Enters Russia-Ukraine Conflict: Trump Summons Asim Munir — Zelenskyy-Like Treatment On Cards?
Amid the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has made a sensational claim that foreign mercenaries from countries including Pakistan and China are fighting alongside Russian forces. This statement has stirred reactions from Islamabad to Washington. The claim was made during Zelensky's visit to Ukrainian troops in the Vovchansk sector of the Kharkiv region. It has drawn international attention and a sharp denial from Pakistan. In a post on X (formerly Twitter) on August 4, Zelensky said, 'Today, I was with those defending our country in the Vovchansk direction – the warriors of the 17th Separate Motorized Infantry Battalion of the 57th Brigade named after Kish Otaman Kost Hordiienko. We spoke with commanders about the frontline situation, the defense of Vovchansk, and the dynamics of the battles. Our warriors in this sector are reporting the participation of mercenaries from China, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Pakistan, and African countries in the war. We will respond.' Today, I was with those defending our country in the Vovchansk direction – the warriors of the 17th Separate Motorized Infantry Battalion of the 57th Brigade named after Kish Otaman Kost Hordiienko. We spoke with commanders about the frontline situation, the defense of… — Volodymyr Zelenskyy / (@ZelenskyyUa) August 4, 2025 Pakistan Reactions Pakistan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has rejected Zelensky's claim as baseless. A statement issued by Pakistan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said, "The Government of Pakistan categorically rejects the baseless and unfounded allegations of the involvement of Pakistani nationals in the conflict in Ukraine." Pakistan asserted that it has not been presented with any verifiable evidence of its nationals' involvement in the Russia-Ukraine conflict and added that it will take up the matter with Ukrainian authorities to seek clarification. "To date, Pakistan has not been formally approached by the Ukrainian authorities, nor has any verifiable evidence been presented to substantiate such claims. The Government of Pakistan shall take up this matter with the Ukrainian authorities and seek clarification in this regard. Pakistan reaffirms its commitment to the peaceful resolution of the Ukraine conflict through dialogue and diplomacy, in accordance with the principles of the UN Charter," the statement added. Pakistan Rejects Baseless and Unfounded Allegations of the Involvement of Pakistani Nationals in the Conflict in Ukraine. — Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) August 5, 2025 Zelensky's Allegations Stir Tensions In Pakistan Zelensky's allegations have stirred tensions and triggered concern in Islamabad. Pakistani leadership reportedly began to fear potential diplomatic fallout. There is speculation that after this revelation, former U.S. President Donald Trump, who has expressed support for Ukraine and is reportedly pushing for a ceasefire, might increase pressure on Pakistani leaders, including General Asim Munir and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. In response, some Pakistani media outlets began running counter-narratives and have claimed that it is India, not Pakistan, that is indirectly supporting Russia, pointing to oil trade and alleged arms supplies between the two countries. Some analysts believe these allegations could strain relations between Islamabad and Washington, especially given the US' current stance on Ukraine. There is also speculation that former President Donald Trump may publicly reprimand Pakistan Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir, just like he had a heated exchange with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky during a tense meeting in the Oval Office in late February 2025. Field Marshal Munir is set to visit the US again in August 2025, his second visit in just two months. 2025 Trump–Zelenskyy Oval Office Meeting In late February 2025, US President Donald Trump sharply criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky during a heated Oval Office meeting. The clash occurred just before a planned agreement on mineral cooperation, which was expected to expand U.S. economic engagement in Ukraine. What Are Mercenaries? Mercenaries are professional soldiers hired to fight for a foreign government or group, often motivated by financial incentives rather than ideological or national loyalty. In the context of the Russia–Ukraine War, both sides have reportedly enlisted foreign fighters. However, Russia's use of mercenaries, including those from countries like North Korea, has been more widely documented.
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First Post
4 days ago
- Politics
- First Post
Mercenaries' from China, Pakistan and Africa fighting for Russia, claims Zelenskyy
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said that mercenaries from China, Pakistan, and African nations are fighting in the war on the side of Russia. read more Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy meets personnel from the 17th Separate Motorized Infantry Battalion of the 57th Brigade in the Vovchansk region and delivers military honours on Monday, August 4, 2025. (Photo: X/Volodymyr Zelenskyy) President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Monday that Ukrainian troops in northeastern Ukraine were fighting foreign 'mercenaries' from various countries including China, Pakistan and parts of Africa, and vowed a response. Zelenskyy has previously accused Moscow of recruiting Chinese fighters for its war effort against Ukraine, charges Beijing denied, while North Korea has also provided thousands of its own troops in Russia's Kursk region. 'We spoke with commanders about the frontline situation, the defence of Vovchansk, and the dynamics of the battles,' Zelenskyy wrote on X after visiting a frontline area in the northeastern Kharkiv region. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'Our warriors in this sector are reporting the participation of mercenaries from China, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Pakistan, and African countries in the war. We will respond.' Reuters contacted the embassies of Tajikistan, Uzbekistan and Pakistan in Kyiv to request comment. Russia did not immediately comment publicly on Zelenskyy's comments. (This is an agency copy. Except for the headline, the copy has not been edited by Firstpost staff.)
NDTV
4 days ago
- Politics
- NDTV
Ukraine's Zelensky Says Pak, Chinese Soldiers Fighting For Russia
Kyiv: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that mercenaries from China, Pakistan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, and African countries are fighting alongside Russian forces in the ongoing conflict. This announcement comes as Ukraine continues to grapple with the brutal war that has claimed countless lives and displaced millions. During a visit to the front-line troops in the Kharkiv region on Monday, Zelenskyy met with the brave warriors of the 17th Separate Motorised Infantry Battalion of the 57th Brigade. As he assessed the situation, he learned that foreign mercenaries were on the ground, fighting against Ukrainian forces. "Our warriors in this sector are reporting the participation of mercenaries from China, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Pakistan, and African countries in the war. We will respond," Zelenskyy stated firmly on X. Today, I was with those defending our country in the Vovchansk direction – the warriors of the 17th Separate Motorized Infantry Battalion of the 57th Brigade named after Kish Otaman Kost Hordiienko. We spoke with commanders about the frontline situation, the defense of… — Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) August 4, 2025 "We spoke with commanders about the frontline situation, the defence of Vovchansk, and the dynamics of the battles. We also specifically addressed the issues of drone supply and deployment, recruitment, and direct funding for the brigades," he added. Zelenskyy expressed his deepest gratitude for his soldiers' unwavering bravery and stated. "I presented our defenders with state awards. It is an honor for me to be here. Thank you for fighting, serving your state and the Ukrainian people, and for supporting one another." As fighting has continued, Russian and Ukrainian officials have held several meetings in recent months in Istanbul, Turkiye, Al Jazeera reported. The latest meeting secured an agreement to exchange 1,200 prisoners, Zelenskyy announced on Sunday. Earlier, Trump had threatened to impose "very severe tariffs" on Russia if it failed to reach a ceasefire deal with Ukraine soon, recently shortening his initial deadline of 50 days to within 10-12 days. On Tuesday, three people were killed in a Russian attack on the Stepnohirsk community in Ukraine's Zaporizhia region, the local military administration said on Telegram. Russia launched 405 attacks on 10 settlements in the region in the past day, the administration said on Monday.
News18
5 days ago
- Politics
- News18
Zelenskyy Says 'Mercenaries' From China, Pakistan Fighting For Russia, Islamabad Rejects Claim
Last Updated: Volodymyr Zelenskyy claimed foreign mercenaries from China, Pakistan, and African nations are fighting alongside Russian forces. Pakistan dismissed the allegation as "baseless". Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Monday said that the troops of his country were fighting foreign 'mercenaries" from various nations, including China, Pakistan and parts of Africa, and vowed a response. However, Pakistan rejected the claims as 'baseless". In an X post, Zelenskyy mentioned that he met the troops of his nation and spoke to the commanders about the frontline situation. Zelenskyy also mentioned that he addressed the issues of drone supply and deployment, recruitment, and direct funding for the brigades, and that his troops reported the involvement of mercenaries from China, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Pakistan, and African countries. The Ukrainian President mentioned that his country will respond. 'Today, I was with those defending our country in the Vovchansk direction – the warriors of the 17th Separate Motorized Infantry Battalion of the 57th Brigade named after Kish Otaman Kost Hordiienko," he wrote in an X post. 'We spoke with commanders about the frontline situation, the defense of Vovchansk, and the dynamics of the battles. We also specifically addressed the issues of drone supply and deployment, recruitment, and direct funding for the brigades," he added. 'Our warriors in this sector are reporting the participation of mercenaries from China, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Pakistan, and African countries in the war. We will respond," Zelenskyy wrote. 'I presented our defenders with state awards. It is an honor for me to be here," he mentioned. Today, I was with those defending our country in the Vovchansk direction – the warriors of the 17th Separate Motorized Infantry Battalion of the 57th Brigade named after Kish Otaman Kost spoke with commanders about the frontline situation, the defense of… — Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) August 4, 2025 PAKISTAN SAYS CLAIMS ARE 'BASELESS' Meanwhile, Islamabad, in an official statement, rejected the statement by Zelenskyy, calling it 'baseless". 'To date, Pakistan has not been formally approached by the Ukrainian authorities, nor has any verifiable evidence been presented to substantiate such claims," Pakistan said. Zelenskiy had previously accused Moscow of recruiting Chinese fighters for its war effort against Ukraine, charges Beijing denied, while North Korea has also provided thousands of its own troops in Russia's Kursk region. view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
