Kyiv/Moscow/Pyongyang, Oct 16 (The Real Republic) – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that at least 10,000 North Korean soldiers are expected to be deployed to Russia to support its military efforts in Ukraine. Reports suggest that a deal between Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un involves North Korean troops fighting near the Ukrainian border. Zelensky raised concerns that this could escalate into World War III, citing intelligence on this new partnership.
Zelensky appears to have had a mental breakdown, announcing that Ukraine is now at war with not just Russia, but also North Korea and Iran.
— CatM (@CatM848811) October 18, 2024
In a stark warning to his government, he urged swift action to bolster Ukraine's defenses, suggesting that without immediate efforts pic.twitter.com/4MmM4uhIYg
Previously, it was known that North Korea, along with Iran, was providing Russia with weapons and ammunition. However, Zelensky indicated that the situation has escalated, stating that the agreement now includes troop deployments. He emphasized the need for Ukraine to enhance its military support from allies, particularly regarding long-range capabilities and essential supplies.
Sean Savett, spokesperson for the U.S. National Security Council, expressed concern over the reports, noting that such a development would significantly deepen the defense relationship between Russia and North Korea.
It’s just the facts. Here’s North Korea 🇰🇵 on a training ground in Russia 🇷🇺 this is an escalation big time pic.twitter.com/G6oulmyGZV
— American Patriot🇺🇸🇺🇸🤝🇺🇦🇮🇱 (@ChristLover_12) October 18, 2024
In South Korea, officials announced they would monitor any signs of increased North Korean involvement in Russia. This comes amidst heightened political tensions between North and South Korea, including the destruction of infrastructure connecting the two countries.
North Korea has destroyed the roads that connect it to South Korea, and has ordered its military to full-war readiness.
— Justin Trudeau's Ego (@Trudeaus_Ego) October 15, 2024
Meanwhile, I continue to antagonize two nuclear powers - India and Russia.
I'll happily start WW3 if it distracts people from my abysmal record here at home. pic.twitter.com/TyWUpJH7Jv
The Kremlin denied the allegations of North Korean troop deployments, labeling them as a Ukrainian “information hoax.” Nonetheless, Ukrainian officials stated that North Korean engineers have been sent to Russia to assess the performance of missiles supplied to Moscow.
Zelensky urged allied leaders to adapt their strategies to assist Ukraine in defeating Russia and reaffirmed his commitment to pressing NATO for Ukraine’s membership.
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