During a press conference, Wang Guangjun, a 34-year-old Chinese prisoner of war in Ukraine, revealed his motivations for joining the Russian military, which stemmed from captivating videos on Douyin. Wang, previously a rehabilitation therapist, lost his job during the pandemic and was drawn to the idealized portrayal of soldiers in heroic terms. He expressed that many Chinese men aspire to military roles due to societal respect for soldiers, leading him to take the fateful step of enlisting, only to find himself in active combat in Donetsk instead of a support role.
Wang Guangjun expressed that recruitment videos on Douyin glamourized the idea of military service in Russia, leading him to enlist with false expectations.
Wang reflected on the high societal regard for soldiers in China, stating, "Every male has this dream of success" which influenced his decision to join.
Despite being lured by promises of rehabilitation work, Wang found himself on the front lines in Donetsk, sharing a stark contrast to his expected role.
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