Ukraine’s military intelligence has intercepted radio communications between North Korean soldiers in Russia, revealing signs of a possible troop buildup in the Kursk region.
The Defense Intelligence of Ukraine shared audio clips on Sunday, in which North Korean soldiers are heard discussing repairs and exchanging coded signals.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed reports of around 11,000 North Korean troops in Kursk, who have already clashed with Ukrainian forces.
This development marks a new chapter in global instability, as reports suggest Russian forces, including North Korean troops, are preparing for a large-scale assault to reclaim territory lost to Ukraine.
The Pentagon has stated that North Korean soldiers could be legitimate targets in combat.
The growing alliance between North Korea and Russia has raised concerns, with the two nations strengthening ties since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
South Korean intelligence has raised suspicions that Russia may be sharing missile and nuclear technology with North Korea.
Recent developments, including the test-firing of North Korea’s Hwasong-19 intercontinental ballistic missile, have led to speculation that this missile may have been developed with Russian technical assistance.
