North Korean Troops Withdraw from Russian Frontlines Amid Heavy Losses
As the conflict between Ukraine and Russia continues to escalate, recent developments have raised significant concerns regarding the presence and effectiveness of North Korean troops deployed in Russia’s Kursk region. According to Colonel Oleksandr Kindratenko, a spokesperson for Ukraine’s Special Operations Forces, North Korean soldiers have not been observed on the frontlines for approximately three weeks. This absence is attributed to substantial casualties suffered by their forces.
Reports indicate that around 12,000 North Korean soldiers were sent to Russia, with estimates suggesting that approximately 4,000 of them have been killed or injured in combat. The deployment of these troops began in November, aimed at bolstering Russian defenses against Ukrainian advances in the southern border region.