US State Secretary Antony Blinken noted that approximately 8,000 North Korean troops have been deployed to the Kursk region, expected to enter combat soon. He indicated that they were receiving training in operations such as trench warfare and UAV usage under Russian guidance.
Pentagon officials estimated that North Korea has sent around 10,000 soldiers to Russia, corroborating claims by Ukrainian President Zelenskyy. This has raised concerns about the level of North Korean involvement in the ongoing conflict.
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin emphasized the seriousness of the situation, stating that North Korean troops equipped with Russian gear and uniforms indicate that they will be used in frontline operations against Ukraine, thus potential legitimate military targets.
The statements from Blinken and Austin mark a significant acknowledgment from the US regarding North Korea's direct military involvement in the Ukraine conflict, highlighting the escalating nature of the situation.
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