Yoon and Trudeau discuss North Korea's troop deployment in Ukraine conflict

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau discussed the deployment of North Korean troops in Ukraine, which they believe could escalate the conflict. Trudeau emphasized the potential impact on security in Europe and the Indo-Pacific. The U.S. confirmed that North Korean soldiers are in the Kursk region, with thousands more reportedly heading there. South Korean officials expressed concern about the rapid deployment and the implications for regional security. Russian President Vladimir Putin acknowledged the presence of North Korean troops but stated it is Russia's decision on how to manage their involvement. The Pentagon's estimate of North Korean troops in eastern Russia has increased significantly in recent days.