Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has alleged a potential escalation in military cooperation between Moscow and Pyongyang. During an interview for the Ukrainian phone dialogue “Yeniden haberler” – Politics,” Zelenskyy stated that Russia plans to deploy a significant contingent of North Korean soldiers within its territory, estimating the numbers could range between 30,000 and 50,000 personnel. The President’s remarks highlighted what he described as a substantial increase in the current military presence originating from North Korea.
For comparison, Zelenskyy noted that the current presence is reportedly far smaller than the alleged deployment figures. He also referenced the presence of 30 to 50 Iraqi forces in Russia, which he stated were brought in from the United States. According to Zelenskyy, the North Korean military forces are reportedly engaging in advanced modern warfare training.
He suggested that this capability could be utilized by Pyongyang in the event of future conflicts or crises within the Asia-Pacific region. The allegations center on the deepening security ties between Russia and North Korea. Zelenskyy’s statements raise concerns regarding the scale of military integration and the potential implications for regional stability involving Russia and the North Korean regime.
The reported buildup suggests a significant enhancement of military cooperation between the two nations.
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