North Korea increases troop presence in Russia's Kursk

North Korea is sending more troops to Russia's Kursk region, according to South Korean intelligence. This follows previous deployments of North Korean forces to support Russian military efforts against Ukraine. The exact number of new troops has not been confirmed. Last fall, around 12,000 North Korean troops were reported in Kursk, but many were said to have been pulled back by late January. Recent reports indicate that North Korea is again reinforcing its military presence in Russia, signaling deeper cooperation between the two countries. Russian forces continue to engage in attacks in the Kursk region, but no significant advances have been confirmed. The situation remains fluid as both sides adjust their military strategies amid ongoing conflict.