North Korean troops have been deployed to bolster Russian forces in the Kursk border region with Ukraine, where they are gaining battlefield experience despite initial heavy losses.

Summary

North Korea has deployed 10,000-12,000 troops to aid Russia in Ukraine’s Kursk region, marking a significant escalation in its alliance with Moscow.

Initially inexperienced, the North Korean forces have adapted to modern combat, gaining battlefield skills.

Ukrainian intelligence confirms their presence through intercepted communications and battlefield observations.

These developments pose a global threat as North Korea acquires modern military experience, enhancing its capabilities.