North Korea's foreign minister visits Moscow as reports emerge of troop deployment to support Russia in Ukraine

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North Korea's Foreign Minister Choe Son Hui is in Moscow for talks with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. This visit follows reports that North Korea has sent about 10,000 troops to Russia to support its military efforts in Ukraine. Choe's discussions may involve sending more troops and negotiating potential benefits for North Korea. Both countries have not confirmed the troop deployment but emphasize their military cooperation is legal. The U.S. and allies have accused North Korea of supplying artillery to Russia. Meanwhile, South Korea is considering its response to the growing military ties between Pyongyang and Moscow, while continuing to provide humanitarian aid to Ukraine.


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