North Korean troops remain untested in Russia's Ukraine conflict due to training issues
standard.co.uk — December 5, 2024, 08:01 PM UTC
North Korean troops sent to Russia to support its war against Ukraine have not yet been deployed in battle, according to western officials. Their poor training and lack of logistical support are cited as key reasons for this delay. These soldiers are expected to take over secondary positions held by Russian troops, allowing more Russians to engage in frontline combat. However, officials doubt they will be sent to eastern Ukraine, where most fighting occurs. Despite heavy losses, Russia continues to gain ground in Ukraine, with reports of over 700,000 Russian soldiers killed or wounded since February 2022. Ukraine faces challenges in replacing its own casualties, while Russia is reportedly struggling with the quality of its new recruits.