Morning SITREP: Defense and Global Affairs Insights for Friday, November 1st, 2024
by SOFREP News Team
2 hours ago
North Korea Continues to Partake in Russia’s War Effort
The Biden administration reported Thursday that around 8,000 North Korean soldiers have arrived in Russia near Ukraine’s border, likely gearing up to support Russian forces in the ongoing conflict. This is a big jump from earlier estimates, and it’s causing serious concern worldwide about what North Korea’s involvement could mean for the future of the war.
The troops are reportedly trained in artillery, drones, and trench warfare, signaling they’ll likely see frontline action soon, though Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin doesn’t believe they’ll make a major difference in turning the tide, given Russia’s already high losses.
South Korea has strongly condemned the move, calling for an immediate withdrawal, and Austin pointed to China, urging it to step in and question Russia’s plans, as this development could add more instability in Asia as well as Europe.
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