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North Korea Sends Troops to Russia, Secures 600,000 Tons of Rice, $200 Million, and $2,000 per Soldier

Nov 4, 2024, 07:27 AM

North Korea's diplomatic engagement with Russia has intensified as the country sends troops to support Russia's military operations in Ukraine. Reports indicate that North Korea has agreed to involve Russia in military operations on the Korean Peninsula in the event of war, in exchange for substantial compensation. This includes a commitment from Russia to provide North Korea with 600,000 to 700,000 tons of rice annually and a monthly payment of $2,000 for each North Korean soldier deployed. Additionally, North Korea is expected to receive cash, food, and advanced space technology as part of the agreement. These developments have been confirmed by South Korean intelligence and reported by various news outlets.