Kim Jong Un offers troops to Russia, looks for future gains
According to "The New York Times," Kim Jong Un proposed sending his troops to Russia, not Vladimir Putin. U.S. intelligence suggests that North Korea hopes to gain future benefits through this action.
Although initial speculation suggested that sending DPRK troops was a sign of Russia's desperation, it is now believed that the initiative originated with North Korea. Putin quickly accepted the proposal.
"NYT" on the deal between Putin and Kim Jong Un. North Korea has not received anything yet
According to officials cited by the newspaper, Kim has not yet received anything in return. However, he believes that Russia will reciprocate in the future.
It's not just about technology and military equipment. Kim Jong Un also seeks Vladimir Putin's support in diplomatic matters.
U.S. Ambassador to the UN Linda Thomas-Greenfield stated that Russia received ammunition and missiles from North Korea and was supposed to supply air defense systems in return. North Korean troops, numbering 10,000-12,000 soldiers, are involved in the fighting in the Kursk region.
On Monday, the paper also reported that North Korean forces have already suffered over 1,100 dead and wounded. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky even mentioned up to 3,000.
Meanwhile, a Ukrainian "NYT" source estimated that up to 200 DPRK soldiers were killed, with "slightly more" wounded. The Russians are trying to conceal these losses.
