North Korean Troops & Tech Move to Russian Frontlines Amid Satellite Ambitions

South Korean lawmakers reported that North Korean military personnel might join the Russian frontlines in the Ukraine war. North Korea is also preparing to launch another reconnaissance satellite with Moscow's help. Further, Kim Jong Un is enhancing his security measures amid assassination concerns.

A high-level involvement of North Korean military officials in the Russia-Ukraine conflict was disclosed by South Korean lawmakers on Tuesday. The information was shared after a briefing from the country's spy agency, underscoring North Korea's keen interest in the conflict.

NATO has confirmed Pyongyang's deployment of troops to the contested Kursk region on the Ukrainian-Russian border. South Korean parliamentary intelligence committee member Lee Seong-kweun stated that North Korean troops are receiving Russian military terminology training.

Meanwhile, Pyongyang is also preparing to launch a military reconnaissance satellite with Moscow's assistance, following a previous failed attempt. Kim Jong Un, the North Korean leader, is reportedly heightening his personal security due to assassination fears, as noted by attending legislators.

(With inputs from agencies.)