Us awaits North Korean troops in the Ukraine conflict soon
Us awaits North Korean troops in the Ukraine conflict soon
up to 8,000 North Korean troops are located in the Russian region of Kursk and are expected to intervene in the fight against Ukraine in the coming days, reported high-ranking US officials on Thursday.
military training and operational readiness
At a press conference in Washington, Foreign Minister Antony Blinking said that the North Korean troops were trained in areas such as artillery, unmanned aircraft (UAVS) and basic infantry operations, including the cleaning of trenches. This indicates that you intend these forces for use on the front.US warnings compared to North Korea
Although the United States has not yet observed active fights with these troops, warned flashing: "If these troops intervene in battles or supportive operations against Ukraine, they would become legitimate military goals." The 8,000 troops in Kursk represent the majority of the 10,000 that the United States suspect in Russia.
reactions from the USA
The announcement on the upcoming use of the North Korean troops takes place at a time when the United States and its allies think about the response to the intensive military partnership between Moscow and Pyongyang. Defense Minister Lloyd Austin said: "We advise ourselves closely with our allies and partners in the region about these reckless developments and our reaction." Blinking added that the United States will announce additional military support for Ukraine in the coming days.
Situation in the Kursk region
The Ukrainian armed forces have kept their territory in Kursk since a surprise attack in August. The Ukrainian President Wolodymyr Selenskyj, who called South Korea a more active role in the support of Kyiw, warned that when the North Korean troops were used, they are "pushed forward and tries to minimize their own mobilization."
effects on the military situation
When asked whether he believes that Ukraine could defend its territory in Kursk to the additional North Korean troops, Austin replied: "The answer is." Russian troops suffered serious losses in the more than two years of comprehensive war against Ukraine. Austin noticed that the number of North Korean troops sent to Kursk appeared compared to the regular losses of Russia.
China's role and influence
On Thursday, Blinken and Austin China emphasized to use his influence on North Korea to contain its “provocative actions”. Blinking explained: "We had communications with China - in fact this week we had an intensive conversation, and I think you are concerned about the concerns we have, and expectations that you should use your influence to slow down these activities." He added that Beijing should be concerned about the in -depth cooperation between Pyongyang and Moscow.
Selenskyj's concerns about China's support
"I'm surprised by China's silence" with regard to North Korea's support for Russia, Selenskyj said in an interview with South Korea's KBS. "I can't say that China is on our side, but as a regional security guarantee, his silence is noticeable."
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