Russia Assembles 50,000 Troops, Including North Koreans, for Major Offensive in Kursk Amid Trump Election

Nov 10, 2024, 02:17 PM

The Russian military has assembled a force of 50,000 soldiers, including North Korean troops, in the Kursk region of Russia. This coalition is preparing for a major counteroffensive aimed at reclaiming territory seized by Ukraine. According to U.S. and Ukrainian officials, the offensive is expected to begin in the coming days. North Korea has sent 12,000 elite light infantry troops to support Russia, signaling deepening military ties between the two nations. Ukrainian officials, including top military commander Oleksandr Syrskyi, have reported that North Korean troops are preparing for combat alongside Russian forces. The New York Times reports that this buildup is part of a strategy to regain control over the Kursk region without pulling forces from other critical fronts, such as Donetsk. The involvement of North Korean troops marks a dangerous new phase in the conflict, adding to the uncertainty over Ukraine’s future, especially with Donald Trump’s election.