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Ukraine's 25th Brigade Captures First North Korean Soldier in Kursk Region

Nov 4, 2024, 08:46 AM

Ukrainian forces have captured their first North Korean soldier in the ongoing conflict with Russia. The 25th Airborne Assault Brigade of Ukraine's Armed Forces made the capture in the Kursk region, a western part of Russia. This marks the first engagement between Ukrainian and North Korean troops since the latter were deployed to support Russian forces. The attack on North Korean troops was confirmed by Andriy Kovalenko, head of the Ukrainian Center for Countering Disinformation, who announced the event on Telegram. The region has been held by Kyiv’s forces since August. A photo was released by the 25th Airborne Assault Brigade of Ukraine's Armed Forces.