Putin defends potential North Korean troop deployment

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In a bold assertion of Russia’s sovereignty, President Vladimir Putin has defended the potential deployment of North Korean troops to Ukraine, dismissing U.S. claims that 3,000 soldiers have already been dispatched for this purpose. Putin emphasized that it is Russia’s right to act in its own security interests, especially as Ukraine seeks closer ties with NATO.

Highlighting a defense pact with North Korea, Putin suggested that mutual support during times of conflict is not only permitted but expected. He pointed to Article 4 of the treaty, which allows for troop deployment, as a justification for potential military collaboration.

While Putin stopped short of confirming the presence of North Korean soldiers in Ukraine, his statements signal a willingness to enhance military ties with Pyongyang. The Kremlin’s posture underscores its commitment to bolstering defenses in the face of what it perceives as a Western encroachment through NATO’s eastward expansion.

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In response to these developments, Japan has expressed serious concern about the implications of North Korean troops operating in Russia, indicating that it is closely monitoring the situation. Meanwhile, Germany has issued a stark warning: the deployment of North Korean forces in Ukraine would represent a significant escalation of the ongoing conflict, raising alarms across Europe.

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