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Russian Soldier Complains of Using Civilian Trucks to Transport North Koreans
An intercepted call revealed that North Korean troops are being moved to the front in civilian trucks, one of which was stopped by military police because it didn’t have the right documents.
Oct. 29, 2024
War in Ukraine
‘This Is an Escalation’ – Ukraine at War Update for Oct. 29
Zelensky estimates Pyongyang’s troops arrivals in Russia at 12K as US puts China on notice; Moscow bombs iconic Soviet building in Kharkiv; Scandinavian project donates $68M for Ukrainian-made arms
Oct. 29, 2024
South Korea
North Korean Defectors Offer to Support Ukrainian Psyops Against Former Comrades
The defectors can leverage their military expertise and understanding of the culture of their compatriots to disrupt and weaken the resolve of North Korean soldiers on the battlefield.
Oct. 28, 2024
War in Ukraine
Deployment of N.Korean Troops a Sign of Putin's 'Desperation'
Last week, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned that Russia was planning to send North Korean troops into battle within days.
Oct. 28, 2024
War in Ukraine
‘Dead Civilians Were Found’ – Ukraine at War Update for Oct. 28
Moscow’s soldiers shoot civilians near Pokrovsk; Truck with civilian plates carrying North Korean soldiers stopped in Kursk, Zelensky says region under control; South Africa defines Ukraine position.
Oct. 28, 2024
Iran
Russia Gave Su-35s to Its Allies, Now May License Iran to Build Them
There is growing evidence that one method of payment Russia has used to Iran and North Korea in return for them supplying Moscow with weapons of war was Su-35 fighter aircraft.
Oct. 27, 2024
Poland
Poland Rebuffs Zelensky’s Request for South Korean Weapons
During a visit to South Korea, the Polish President said on Friday that Poland would not be supplying newly purchased weaponry to Ukraine, in response to a question from journalists.
Oct. 27, 2024
South Korea
Pyongyang's Involvement in Ukraine Raises Regional Security Risks: Analysts
South Korea, NATO and the United States claim thousands of North Korean troops are already training in Russia.
Oct. 26, 2024
China
Has Pyongyang Served Up ‘Cannon Fodder’ in Exchange for Su-35 Fighter Aircraft?
A military issues website cites unnamed sources that part of the motivation for sending 12,000 North Korean troops to fight in Ukraine is the promise of more than 30 of Moscow’s latest fighters.
Oct. 26, 2024
HUR
‘The Chinese Are Here’ – Russian Troops React to North Korean Arrival
In an intercepted call, a Russian soldier expressed doubts about North Korean troops’ integration: “One translator for 30 soldiers? Where will we find three senior personnel for them?”
Oct. 26, 2024
War in Ukraine
Germany Warns N. Korean Troops in Ukraine - A 'Clear Escalation'
German Chancellor says N. Korean troops being deployed by Russia against Ukraine is serious and worrying.
Oct. 25, 2024
War in Ukraine
Kyiv Says North Korean Troops Will Deploy for Combat as Early as Sunday
Russia will send North Korean troops into battle against Ukraine on Oct. 27-28, in what President Zelensky called a clear escalation while urging global leaders to respond decisively.
Oct. 25, 2024
War in Ukraine
Seoul Slams Russian Treaty With N. Korea, Zelensky Urges 'Tangible Pressure'
South Korea and the United States said that thousands of North Korean troops are training in Russia, with Ukraine saying that soldiers have arrived in the “combat zone” in Kursk border region.
Oct. 25, 2024
HUR
Putin on North Korean Troops in Russia: ‘If They’re Here, It’s Our Business’
Putin confirmed there are North Korean troops in Russia amid the Ukraine war but denied responsibility for escalating the conflict, blaming the West.
Oct. 25, 2024
HUR
Can North Korea’s Elite Soldiers Save Russia in Battle for Kursk?
Though North Korean troops may soon bolster Russian forces in Kursk, analysts doubt their impact as Moscow faces manpower shortages and high casualties.
Oct. 24, 2024
War in Ukraine
Russia Moves to Ratify N. Korea Defence Treaty, Seoul Issues Warning
Seoul's spy agency says thousands of North Korean soldiers are currently training in Russia and are likely to deploy to the front lines in Ukraine soon, with thousands more to be sent by December.
Oct. 24, 2024