NATO confirms North Korean troops deployed to support Russia in Ukraine war

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NATO has confirmed that North Korean troops are now in Russia to support its war against Ukraine. Some of these troops have been deployed in the Kursk region, where Russia is facing a Ukrainian offensive. NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte described this as a significant escalation in North Korea's involvement. He noted that NATO is consulting with its members and partners about the situation. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy indicated that North Korean troops could be on the battlefield soon. Reports suggest that around 10,000 North Korean soldiers may be preparing to join Russian forces.


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