North Korea's Soldiers in Russia: What's the Deal?

North Korea is reportedly sending troops to Russia to support its war in Ukraine. South Korea's intelligence service says around 1, 500 special forces have already arrived in Vladivostok. These soldiers are being trained and given Russian uniforms and weapons. More troops are expected to join them soon. This is a big deal because North Korea has never been involved in a major foreign war before. Its army, one of the world's largest, lacks combat experience. Some experts doubt how much help North Korea can really provide due to its outdated equipment.

Russia and North Korea signed a defense pact in June, promising mutual military aid if needed. North Korea might be looking for Russian support against its rivals, the U. S. and South Korea. South Korea's president has held an emergency meeting about this situation. NATO and Ukraine have also expressed concerns. Russia denies these claims, calling them fake news.

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