Zelensky Says North Korea Set to Send Russia Up to 50,000 Troops

Zelensky says North Korea is preparing to send Russia as many as 50,000 troops, a move he frames as a major escalation. The announcement raises concerns about the scale and timing of any deployment, as well as potential effects on the battlefield. Ukraine’s government links the reported personnel commitment to continued intensification of support for Russia, including manpower. Kyiv says it will respond by strengthening defensive measures and seeking further international backing. Details such as deployment dates and verification are not yet fully confirmed.