Zelensky: Russia expands mobilization, plans to deploy 10,000 more North Korean troops

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that Russia has begun additional mobilization and is expanding recruitment through various methods, including attracting foreign citizens. He also reported that Russia is preparing to deploy another 10,000 North Korean troops, on top of approximately 8,000 already on Russian territory. Zelensky presented this information regarding Russia's intensified recruitment efforts and the planned deployment of additional North Korean military personnel for training. The Ukrainian leader's statements highlight an escalation in foreign troop involvement in the conflict. This announcement follows a separate report that Russian President Vladimir Putin is increasing Russian army numbers by 15,500 troops, marking the fourth such increase this year.