Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized that the deployment of North Korean soldiers to Russia signifies the internationalization of the conflict: 'There is only one conclusion - this war is internationalised and goes beyond the borders.' He underscored that such developments change the dynamics of the war and implicate various global actors.
Finland's president highlighted the seriousness of North Korea's move: 'North Korean activity right now, both in terms of arms exports and especially in terms of sending troops to Russia, is escalation, expansion and provocation.' This signals a shift in the conflict's landscape and poses greater risks for international relations.
Major General Pat Ryder from the Pentagon noted the scale of North Korean involvement: 'A relatively small number of North Korean troops are now in Russia's Kursk region, with a couple thousand more heading that direction.' This statement reflects the urgency and concern surrounding the military dynamics on the front lines.
South Korea's warning that it may send arms to Ukraine in response to North Korean involvement showcases the escalating tensions, particularly in relation to North Korea's cooperation with Russia which contradicts China's efforts for peace: 'We have been in close contact with NATO, the US, and the EU about the latest developments.'
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