Zelenskyy says North Korea prepares to deploy another 10,000 troops to Russia
KYIV: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Monday there are more than 8,000 North Korean troops on Russian territory and preparations are underway to deploy another 10,000 troops.
Kyiv, Ukraine - Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced on Monday that there are over 8,000 North Korean troops currently stationed in Russia, with plans underway to deploy an additional 10,000 troops. The President cited new data indicating these troops are being prepared for training and deployment to Russia.
Zelenskyy revealed in August that up to 50,000 North Korean soldiers could potentially be sent to fight alongside Russia. He also urged South Korea to provide support for Ukraine's air defense. In July, South Korea pledged a $100 million aid package for Ukraine, though it did not include lethal weapons.
Zelenskyy's remarks on Monday followed a contentious exchange between Seoul and Kyiv. After Ukraine transferred two captured North Korean soldiers to South Korea last week, Seoul expressed regret, citing a confidentiality agreement. South Korea also disputed a statement from the Ukrainian presidential office denying the existence of such an agreement.
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