Zelenskiy Warns of North Korean Troops in Russian Conflict
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy reports that Russia plans to field North Korean troops in combat. According to intelligence, these troops will be deployed by October 27-28. Zelenskiy urges allies to counter this escalation with significant pressure on Russia and North Korea.
In a significant development, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy announced on Friday that Russia is preparing to deploy North Korean troops to active combat zones. This move is expected to occur around October 27-28, according to intelligence reports provided to Zelenskiy by his senior military officials.
Addressing the potential threat, President Zelenskiy emphasized the need for an urgent international response. He called on global allies to apply 'tangible pressure' on both Moscow and Pyongyang to mitigate the anticipated escalation in the conflict.
The deployment of foreign troops marks a significant shift in the ongoing geopolitical tensions, with Zelenskiy warning about the broader implications for regional stability and urging proactive measures from the international community.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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