Ukraine's Zelenskyy says up to 50,000 North Korean troops to be deployed in Russia
Zelenskyy said the deployment would deepen Russia-North Korea military cooperation and urged South Korea to provide air defense systems and drones.
- On Saturday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that a decision has been made to deploy up to 50,000 North Korean troops to Russian territory, significantly exceeding his previous July estimate of 30,000.
- This escalation follows the June 2024 comprehensive strategic partnership treaty signed by Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean Supreme Leader Kim Jong-Un, which mandates mutual military assistance if either nation faces external aggression.
- Ukrainian authorities have already identified North Korean KN-23 and KN-24 ballistic missiles within Ukraine, confirming active integration as North Korean units seek practical experience in modern warfare under Russian command.
- Urging Seoul to strengthen cooperation, Zelenskyy requested air defense support and proposed a potential drone deal, though South Korea faces constitutional legal restrictions on providing direct military assistance.
- Analysts warn this deepening partnership could pose a threat to the Pacific region, as Putin reportedly seeks to exploit backchannel 'Anchorage terms' to secure domestic victories without formal mobilization.
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