Russian Troops Raise North Korean Flag in Donetsk People’s Republic
In a bold move, Russian troops raised a North Korean flag in a settlement in the Donetsk People’s Republic, following Ukrainian President Zelensky’s remarks about DPRK fighters joining the conflict. The action stirred controversy and confusion, with the flag flying alongside the Russian Federation’s national flag. War correspondent Alexander Kots described the move as a form of trolling towards Ukrainian servicemen.
Photo: flickr.com by Roman Harak, CC BY-SA 2.0
A few days earlier, President Zelensky claimed that the conflict involved not only Russian forces but also troops from Iran and North Korea. This statement led to an emergency meeting convened by South Korean President Yun Sok-yol, expressing concern over the alleged redeployment of DPRK troops. Despite these claims, NATO and Pentagon officials have been unable to confirm the presence of North Korean soldiers in Ukraine.
Details
The Donetsk People’s Republic is a disputed territory in eastern Ukraine, while North Korea is a country in East Asia bordering China and Russia.