The German Foreign Ministry summoned China's Ambassador to Berlin, Deng Hongbo, over allegations that the Chinese army provided drone training to approximately 200 Russian soldiers. The ministry stated that any support given to Russia constitutes a threat to Germany's security.

German media, citing European intelligence services, claimed that the Chinese army secretly provided drone training to approximately 200 Russian soldiers late last year. It was alleged that some of the soldiers were sent to the Ukrainian front after the training.

Germany described these allegations, which contradict Beijing's official statements that it remains neutral in the Ukraine war and does not provide military support to Russia, as 'extremely concerning'. Diplomatic sources stated that summoning the ambassador signifies a strong diplomatic protest.