In a surprising development amidst the Russia-Ukraine war, The Sun TV has reported that 40 North Korean soldiers deployed alongside Russian forces were killed by the Ukrainian military. These soldiers, stationed in Russias Kursk region, were reportedly caught in crossfire. A wounded North Korean soldier revealed that his unit had been sent into combat without adequate information or weaponry, resulting in significant casualties.Confirmation of North Korean troop presence in Russia has raised questions among Ukrainian military leaders, who have openly questioned the capabilities of these forces. Some Ukrainian commanders have dismissed the North Korean presence as a minimal threat, asserting that their troops remain unfazed by the newcomers.Russian forces take North Korean soldiers hostageIn another unsettling turn, 18 North Korean soldiers reportedly deserted before reaching the front lines, only to be captured by Russian forces about 40 miles from their designated post. According to The Sun, these soldiers were left stranded in the Kursk forests without essential supplies, heightening concerns over the treatment of North Korean troops on Russian soil.Ukrainian military warns North Korean soldiersThe Ukrainian army has issued a stern warning to North Korean soldiers, urging them to surrender rather than face likely death on the battlefield. In a recently released video, Ukrainian forces showed facilities prepared for North Korean prisoners of war, reiterating their call for surrender.Zelensky comments on North Korean involvementUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky commented on the situation, stating that Russian President Vladimir Putin is carefully monitoring the reactions of Western and NATO allies, as well as South Korea. Zelensky speculated that depending on these responses, Putin may seek to further bolster his forces.
