In a landmark announcement, North Korea has revealed its military commitment to Russia in the ongoing conflict against Ukraine, including plans to honor the fallen soldiers with a monument.
North Korea Honors Troops Lost in Ukraine War
North Korea Honors Troops Lost in Ukraine War
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un acknowledges military involvement in Ukraine as he plans a monument for fallen soldiers.
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un confirmed that troops were sent to assist Russia in the Ukrainian war, marking a significant acknowledgment of the North's military role. In a press statement by the Central Military Commission, Kim described the decision as a historical moment showcasing the "highest strategic level of the firm militant friendship" between North Korea and Russia, emphasizing that this development opens a new chapter in their relations.
This pronouncement comes as Russia's top military commander Valery Gerasimov commended North Korean troops for their "valiant efforts" in combat, including their contributions to recent operations in the Kursk region. Reports indicate that as many as 4,000 North Korean soldiers may have been killed or injured while fighting alongside Russian forces to reclaim territory lost to Ukrainian troops.
To honor their sacrifice, Kim announced the construction of a monument in the capital city, stating that flowers and tributes would be placed at the graves of the fallen soldiers. This recognition showcases the deepening ties and military collaboration between North Korea and Russia amidst the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
This pronouncement comes as Russia's top military commander Valery Gerasimov commended North Korean troops for their "valiant efforts" in combat, including their contributions to recent operations in the Kursk region. Reports indicate that as many as 4,000 North Korean soldiers may have been killed or injured while fighting alongside Russian forces to reclaim territory lost to Ukrainian troops.
To honor their sacrifice, Kim announced the construction of a monument in the capital city, stating that flowers and tributes would be placed at the graves of the fallen soldiers. This recognition showcases the deepening ties and military collaboration between North Korea and Russia amidst the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
