North Korean Troops Join Russia's Ukraine Offensive Reports suggest significant military cooperation between North Korea and Russia as tensions escalateNorth Korea's potential involvement in the Ukraine war has stirred significant international attention and concern. According to South Korean intelligence, approximately 1,500 North Korean special operations troops have been dispatched to Russia as of mid-October 2024. Analysts suggest this pact forms the foundation for potential North Korean troop involvement, indicating both nations’ aims to counter external pressures, particularly from Western powers. Speculations about the actual role North Korean troops might play alongside Russian forces have led to various interpretations. Analysts suggest the actual number of North Korean troops might not drastically alter the situation within the broader conflict.

Source: The Guardian October 22, 2024 02:20 UTC