Zelenskyy exposes North Korea's de facto involvement in war
North Korea has de facto entered the war, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated on 14 October after receiving intelligence reports.
Source: Zelenskyy’s address
Quote: "I held a meeting of the Staff [of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief – ed.]. Several issues. Among the most important was the report of the intelligence services – the Foreign Intelligence Service and Defense Intelligence of Ukraine – on the intentions of the Russians for the fall and winter. Everything was quite detailed. The actual involvement of North Korea in the war. Also, Russia's relations with some other countries, that, unfortunately, are investing in prolonging the war."
Details: The President also mentioned that discussions during the meeting focused on Ukraine’s relations with partners and possible steps that can help Ukrainians defend themselves and achieve results despite everything.
Background:
- On 8 October, South Korea’s Ministry of Defense stated that North Korea is likely to send some of its regular armed forces to Ukraine in support of Russia.
- On 13 October, Zelenskyy announced that North Korea is supplying not only weapons but also personnel to Russia's military and called on partners to increase support for Ukraine.
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