North Korea sends more soldiers to Russia, says Seoul

North Korea has sent additional troops to Russia and re-deployed some to the frontline in Kursk, according to South Korea's spy agency. This follows the deployment of over 10,000 North Korean soldiers to assist Russia last year. Previously, North Korean soldiers in Kursk had not engaged in combat since mid-January. Recent reports indicate that these troops have been re-deployed, although the exact number is still being assessed. Neither Russia nor North Korea has confirmed the latest troop movements. The two countries have strengthened their military ties since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022.