Zelensky warns of North Korean troop presence in Ukraine's war
The President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, raises concerns about the growing cooperation between Russia and the North Korean regime. Pyongyang not only supplies weapons to Moscow but also sends personnel to support Russian occupation forces, noted the head of the Ukrainian state.
On Sunday, President Zelensky highlighted the increasing collaboration between Russia and North Korea, discussing troubling signs of joint actions by these nations.
We see an increasing alliance between Russia and regimes like North Korea. This is no longer just about transferring weapons. It is actually about transferring people from North Korea to the occupying military forces, stated Zelensky.
According to Zelensky, there is already evidence that the North Korean regime is sending its soldiers to Moscow.
This situation was also reported on Saturday by the American Institute for the Study of War, stating that thousands of North Korean soldiers are undergoing training in Russia. They are likely to be deployed in Ukraine, wrote ISW analysts. In this context, there are concerns that this new military force could be used in direct confrontations on Ukraine's front lines.
Representatives of Ukrainian intelligence services are also monitoring developments and analyzing possible consequences. According to a Washington Post source, North Korean officers are present in Ukraine, observing Russian military actions in occupied territories. However, at this time, Ukrainian military intelligence has not confirmed any information about the presence of North Korean combat units actively operating in Ukraine.
Zelensky emphasized the need to continue support from international allies. Obviously, in such circumstances, our relations with our partners need to be developed. The frontline needs more support, the President of Ukraine noted.
