North Korean defector reveals privileges for soldiers who fought against Ukraine
They can join Pyongyang's Communist party, get the war veteran status, or be admitted to university, he says.
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North Korea sends at least 3,000 more troops to Russia in early 2025, Seoul says
Pyongyang also supplied Russia with "a considerable amount" of ballistic missiles and around 220 self-propelled howitzers and 240 mm rocket launchers.
Kim Jong Un reaffirms support for Russia’s war in Ukraine
Shoigu conveyed Putin's gratitude for Pyongyang's "solidarity with Russia's position on all critical geopolitical issues, particularly on the Ukrainian issue."
North Korea tests new air defense system amid growing Russia partnership
North Korea's missile defense capabilities grow stronger through Russian technological partnerships while Kim Jong Un defies G7 demands to abandon nuclear weapons, instead pledging to expand his country's arsenal.
Seoul, Kyiv discuss transfer of North Korean POWs to South Korea
Under South Korean law, Seoul considers two Pyongyang soldiers captured in January as South Korean citizens, in line with its recognition of all North Korean residents.
Russian forces advance east of Sudzha city as North Korean troops lead Kursk Oblast counteroffensive
Ukrainian defenders face mounting pressure as Russian and North Korean forces coordinate attacks across multiple sectors, with analysts questioning how long Ukraine can maintain defensive lines.
Nearly 100 Russian troops infiltrate critical Ukrainian defense line through pipeline as Kursk encirclement tightens
Russian forces have infiltrated Ukrainian positions near Sudzha using a gas pipeline to move 100 troops undetected, exacerbating Ukraine's precarious situation as their forces face potential encirclement in Russia's Kursk Oblast.
WSJ: North Korean troops claimed they fought for free in Russian army
Two North Korean soldiers captured by Ukraine told the Wall Street Journal they were deceived about fighting South Korean troops and received no payment for their service in Russia's army.
ISW: Russia strengthens ties with US adversaries while pursuing better relations with Trump
Moscow leverages diplomatic engagements to reinforce its Ukraine invasion narratives, securing vital military and economic backing from its key partners.
Seoul says more North Korean soldiers deployed to Russia
South Korean media sources estimate the reinforcement at 1,000-3,000 soldiers.
Frontline Report: Two-pronged Russian attack to rescue North Koreans fails in Kursk Oblast
Ukrainian forces utilized thermal cameras on 25 February to detect and neutralize Russian night infiltration teams attempting to reach besieged North Korean troops in Nikolske.
North Korea provides 50% of Russia’s ammunition, says Ukraine’s spymaster
Moscow struggles with recruitment, cutting its military target by 100,000 as it increasingly depends on Pyongyang’s military supplies, Budanov stated.
Russo-Ukrainian war, day 1093: Bucha residents outraged by Trump’s rhetoric on Ukraine
Meanwhile, UN officials have affirmed President Zelenskyy's legitimacy following Trump's controversial characterization of the Ukrainian leader as a "dictator without elections."
Captured North Korean soldier in Ukraine requests asylum in South Korea
Seoul is ready to accept the captured North Korean soldier seeking asylum. Ukraine initially considered a POW exchange, but is open to transferring DPRK POWs to South Korea.
North Korea gains combat experience, improves weapons through Russian war, Ukrainian intel says
Intel chief Budanov says this creates future security concerns for Asia-Pacific nations.
Ukraine destroys first North Korean-supplied Koksan howitzer – 199 to go (video)
Ukrainian NEMESIS regiment eliminated Russia’s first confirmed 170 mm M1989 self-propelled gun in Luhansk Oblast using a night bomber drone.
Ukraine security official: Russia uses peace talks to stockpile missiles and expand army
Ukrainian Security Council official warns Russia exploits peace negotiations to buy time while stockpiling North Korean missiles, Iranian drones, and increasing troop numbers for continued aggression.
Artillery shortage forces Russians to deploy improvised weapons, expert says
Russian forces face critical artillery shortage, resort to mounting BMP guns on carriages while North Korean weapons prove ineffective
Pyongyang sent 200 long-range artillery pieces to Russia, Seoul says
North Korea will likely send more equipment and troops to Russia, while Pyongyang may receive Russian tech for nuclear submarines and ICBMs.
Despite losing half his troops, Kim Jong-un sends new force to Ukraine – here’s why
As Putin gains elite North Korean troops, Kim Jong-un's willingness to trade lives for combat experience in Ukraine hints at his future plans