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Russia Trades Anti-Air Missiles, Oil for North Korean Troops in Ukraine Conflict

Nov 22, 2024, 09:54 AM

Russia has provided North Korea with anti-aircraft missiles, air defense equipment, oil, and economic assistance in exchange for North Korean troops to support its war efforts against Ukraine, according to South Korea's national security adviser Shin Won-sik. This exchange was confirmed by multiple sources, including Reuters, the Associated Press, and various international news outlets. The deal reportedly includes more than 10,000 North Korean troops being sent to Russia.