President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has raised concerns about the deployment of 10,000 North Korean soldiers to fight against Ukraine, accusing Russia of collaborating with North Korea to send troops to Ukraine.
Zelenskyy’s claims are based on intelligence reports indicating the presence of North Korean soldiers on Ukrainian territory controlled by Russian forces. This revelation comes as Zelenskyy seeks support for his “victory plan” to end the war against Russia.
While Western officials are cautious about the reports and are still investigating the veracity of the claims, Zelenskyy warns that the involvement of North Korean troops in the conflict could escalate tensions and lead to a world war.
The Ukrainian leader’s assertions about North Korean involvement add to existing allegations of Russian collaboration with Pyongyang, including the deployment of North Korean missiles in Ukraine and the transfer of weapons from North Korea to Russia for use in the conflict.
As Zelenskyy continues his diplomatic efforts to garner support from Western allies, concerns grow about the deepening alliance between Russia and North Korea in the context of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.