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North Korean troops in Russia, mostly teens and early 20s, regarded as ‘cannon fodder’

South Korean Defense Minister Kim Yong-hyun stated on October 24 that the North Korean troops sent to Russia should be regarded as “mercenaries” rather...

North Korean soldiers trained in Russia deployed to frontlines, Putin says ‘It’s our business’

The first contingent of North Korean troops, trained in Russia, has been deployed to Russia’s Kursk region as of October 23, according to a...

North Korean leaflets liken South’s first lady to Marie Antoinette, condemn her expensive fashion tastes

North Korea sent balloons carrying leaflets criticizing South Korea’s first lady Kim Keon Hee and her expensive sartorial tastes, according to a report Thursday...

Russia warns South Korea of ‘security consequences’ if it joins Ukraine conflict

Russia's foreign ministry warned Wednesday that South Korea could face "security consequences" if it gets involved in the war in Ukraine, as Seoul has...

White House confirms North Korea’s deployment of 3,000 troops to Russia’s eastern front

The White House has officially confirmed North Korea’s deployment of troops to Russia. At least 3,000 soldiers have been sent to Russia’s eastern front,...

North has enough military supplies for three months in case of war: Defense Ministry

North Korea is believed to have secured military supplies that could last up to three months in the event of a war and is...

Kim Jong-un’s first public visit to ICBM base sends message ahead of U.S. election amid Ukraine deployment

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un made his first public visit to "strategic missile bases" and inspected long-range missiles capable of reaching the United States,...

North Korea sends construction workers to Russia-occupied Ukraine after military deployment

North Korea has reportedly sent workers to aid in reconstruction efforts in Russian-occupied territories of Ukraine, following its earlier military dispatch to Russia, according...

North Korean soldiers in Russia set to earn 23 times domestic wages, but payments uncertain

It is estimated that North Korean troops deployed to Russia are earning monthly salaries of around $2,000 (approximately 2.76 million won), a figure inferred...

North Korea transfers trash balloon tactic to Russia, evolving as terror weapon

There are growing signs that North Korean troops deployed to Russia have transferred their expertise on launching balloons filled with trash, previously used against...