The US government has confirmed that thousands of North Korean troops are currently stationed in Russia, which could signal a dangerous escalation of the ongoing war in Ukraine. The presence of these soldiers raises serious concerns about their potential role in the conflict. It has also prompted celebrities to call for decisive military action to address the growing threat.
Department of Defense confirmation
In a significant development, US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin acknowledged on Wednesday that he has some “evidence” that North Korean troops are already in Russian territory. This marked the first time that the US government had officially acknowledged these deployments. Just a few days ago, Austin couldn't decide whether North Korean troops were really stationed in Russia.
He made the announcement at a press conference in Brussels following a meeting with North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) defense ministers and others.
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