North Korean Troops Poised to Join Russia in Ukraine War, US Warns of Escalation

The US has raised concerns that up to 8,000 North Korean troops are preparing to enter the Ukraine conflict in support of Russia. This move, reportedly backed by North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, could escalate the war significantly. The US has warned that if these troops engage in combat, they will be considered legitimate military targets. Ukraine has already claimed to have eliminated 40 elite North Korean soldiers in the Kursk region. The situation marks a deepening of North Korea's involvement in the conflict, further complicating international dynamics.