NATO chief claims Russia has lost over 600,000 soldiers in Ukraine

NATO's Secretary General Mark Rutte claims that Russia has lost over 600,000 soldiers in Ukraine, leading to increased reliance on foreign support. He noted that North Korean troops have been deployed to Russia's Kursk region, marking a significant escalation. Rutte described the military cooperation between Russia and North Korea as a threat to global security. He stated that this deployment indicates growing desperation from President Putin, who has not denied the presence of North Korean troops. The Kremlin dismissed the reports as false, while Ukraine's officials called for more Western arms in response to North Korea's involvement. Ukrainian intelligence has also leaked recordings showing Russian soldiers expressing concerns about integrating North Korean fighters.