North Korea Sends Troops to Russia as Ties Deepen Amid Ukraine War

Kim Jong Un and Russian officials discuss economic cooperation while North Korean soldiers reportedly join Russia's fight in Ukraine.

Kim Jong Un met with Russian Minister Alexander Kozlov to discuss enhancing trade, economic, scientific, and technological ties.
North Korea ratified a defense treaty with Russia, committing to mutual military assistance if either country is attacked.
Reports indicate over 10,000 North Korean troops have been deployed to Russia's Kursk region to support combat operations against Ukraine.
Western leaders, including U.S. President Biden, have condemned North Korea's involvement, viewing it as an escalation of the conflict.
Concerns grow that Russia may provide North Korea with advanced missile and nuclear technology in exchange for military support.