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North Korea Sends 3 Million Shells Annually to Russia, Supplying Half of Artillery Used in Ukraine War

Oct 5, 2024, 07:02 AM

Since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, North Korea's support for Moscow has evolved dramatically, with reports indicating that Russia is now receiving up to half of its artillery shells from Pyongyang. Approximately 3 million shells are being shipped annually, although many are believed to be defective. Despite the faults, the quantity has bolstered Russia's military efforts, enabling advances such as the capture of Vuhledar. There are indications that North Korean troops may have been killed in Donetsk, suggesting increased cooperation between the two nations. This growing partnership has raised concerns among observers about an emerging alliance, sometimes referred to as an 'Axis of Aggressors'.