KIEV, Ukraine – Ukrainian forces have inflicted significant casualties on North Korean soldiers deployed by Russia in the western Kursk region, according to an announcement from Ukraine’s military intelligence on Monday.
The statement detailed that “on December 14 and 15, army units from the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) suffered significant losses near the villages of Plekhovo, Vorozhba, Martynovka in the Kursk region of Russia — at least 30 soldiers were killed and wounded.”
This development comes as Ukrainian troops have established a foothold in parts of Kursk, marking an escalation in the conflict where foreign military personnel have been involved directly in combat zones.
The involvement of North Korean troops in the Russian-led operations has been a point of international concern, highlighting the complex alliances forming amidst ongoing hostilities.
Key Points:
- Casualties Reported: Ukrainian forces claim to have killed or wounded at least 30 North Korean soldiers in the Kursk region.
- Location: The clashes occurred near the villages of Plekhovo, Vorozhba, and Martynovka in Russia’s Kursk region.
- Dates: The incidents happened on December 14 and 15, 2024.
- Deployment: North Korean troops, officially from the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK), have been deployed by Russia to support operations in the area where Ukraine has seized territory.
