Kim Jong-un pledges unlimited expansion of nuclear arsenal as North Korean troops reportedly join Russian forces in Ukraine

Kim Jong-un has declared that North Korea will expand its nuclear weapons "without limits." This statement follows reports from South Korea that North Korean troops are engaging in combat alongside Russian forces near Ukraine. North Korea has denied sending troops, despite accusations from Seoul and Washington that over 10,000 soldiers have been deployed to support Russia. Kim's speech criticized U.S. military aid to Ukraine, suggesting it could lead to a global conflict. Last week, North Korea formalized a defense pact with Russia, strengthening military ties. In response, President Biden lifted a ban on Ukraine's use of U.S.-supplied long-range missiles, allowing deeper strikes into Russian territory.