South Korea signals potential arms supply to Ukraine amid North Korean troop reports in Russia
Summary: South Korea has warned it may supply arms to Ukraine following reports of North Korean troops being sent to Russia. This marks a shift from its previous stance of not supplying weapons to countries in conflict.
NATO officials expressed concern over the potential escalation, as South Korea's National Security Council condemned North Korea's actions as a serious threat. South Korea's spy agency confirmed the deployment of North Korean special forces to Russia.
Previously, South Korea had avoided direct military support for Ukraine, focusing instead on humanitarian aid. The situation has changed amid fears that Russia could provide advanced weapons technology to North Korea, enhancing its military capabilities.
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