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Nature of North Korean troops' activities in Russia revealed by June 2025?
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Austin Confirms North Korean Troops in Russia in First U.S. Acknowledgment
Oct 23, 2024, 11:00 AM
On Wednesday, U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, speaking to reporters in Rome, confirmed that North Korean troops are present in Russia, marking the first official U.S. acknowledgment of North Korea's military involvement with Russia. Austin stated, "There is evidence that there are DPRK troops in Russia." He added, "What exactly they are doing? Left to be seen. These are things that we need to sort out." The deployment of North Korean forces to Russia signifies a serious escalation that could have significant ramifications in both Europe and Asia. The situation raises concerns amid growing international tensions related to the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
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