According to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, North Korea is rumoured to be sending 30,000 troops to Russia in support of its war in Ukraine, marking a significant escalation of Pyongyang's involvement in the conflict. This information was revealed on Saturday, with preparations reportedly underway in Russia's Voronezh region since last month. The move, if confirmed, would deepen the defence ties between North Korea and Russia.
The plans for the deployment of additional North Korean troops were mentioned by Zelensky, who also claimed that Pyongyang was planning to send more troops, although the exact timelines and details are not clear. According to News - South China Morning Post, this would be a major escalation of North Korea's involvement in the conflict. Other sources, including Reuters and Politico.eu, also report on Zelensky's statement, confirming the planned deployment of 30,000 North Korean troops to Russia.
The potential deployment of North Korean troops to Russia highlights the deepening defence ties between the two countries and the escalation of the conflict in Ukraine. The move, if confirmed, would have significant implications for the region and the ongoing war.