About 600 North Korean soldiers killed fighting for Russia, Seoul says
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The South Korean National Intelligence Service disclosed that about 600 North Korean soldiers have been killed while fighting alongside Russian forces in Ukraine, contributing to a total of approximately 4,700 casualties. Injuries and fatalities have prompted the repatriation of over 2,000 injured soldiers. Recently, North Korea confirmed its troop deployment to assist in reclaiming parts of the Kursk region from Ukrainian control, in alignment with a defense treaty with Russia. The collaboration hints at reciprocal military and economic assistance between the two nations as the conflict continues.
About 600 North Korean troops have been killed fighting for Russia against Ukrainian forces, as detailed by South Korea's spy agency during a parliamentary meeting.
North Korea has incurred approximately 4,700 casualties, including deaths and injuries, from its military support in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un emphasized the need to 'annihilate' the occupiers, highlighting the aggressive stance taken in collaboration with Russian forces.
Intelligence sources suggest that the alliance between North Korea and Russia extends beyond troop deployment, pointing to a possible exchange of military and economic support.
Read at euronews
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