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White House: North Korean Troops in Ukraine Are Legitimate Targets, Says John Kirby

Oct 23, 2024, 06:11 PM

The White House has declared that North Korean troops would be considered legitimate military targets if they deploy in Ukraine. This statement underscores the U.S. stance on potential North Korean involvement in the ongoing conflict. John Kirby, a spokesperson, confirmed that North Korean troops would be fair game, emphasizing the seriousness of any such deployment. The discussion also touched upon Ukraine's request for long-range missiles, with Kirby indicating uncertainty about the North Korean troops' intentions. Jacqui Heinrich questioned why the U.S. has not green-lighted the long-range missiles, which is Zelensky's #1 ask.