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The U.S. government has confirmed that thousands of North Korean troops are currently in Russia, a development that could signal a dangerous escalation in the ongoing war in Ukraine. The presence of these soldiers has raised serious concerns about their potential role in the conflict. It has also prompted high-profile figures to call for decisive military action to address the growing threat.
DOD Confirmation
In a significant development, U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin confirmed on Wednesday that he possessed some “evidence” that North Korean troops are already on Russian soil. This marked the first official acknowledgment by the U.S. government of these deployments. Just a few days ago, Austin could not tell if North Korean troops were indeed in Russia.
The secretary made the announcement during a press conference in Brussels following a meeting with NATO defense ministers.
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