North Korean Troops in Russia: Escalating Global Tensions

Canadian PM Justin Trudeau and South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol discuss the impact of North Korean troops joining the Russia-Ukraine war. Tensions rise as U.S. confirms deployments in Kursk. Concerns about military escalation and security impacts in Europe and the Indo-Pacific grow.

In a phone call with South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau expressed concerns about North Korean troops joining the Russia-Ukraine war, potentially escalating the conflict. Yoon's office revealed that the move could significantly impact the security landscape in Europe and the Indo-Pacific region.

The United States confirmed on Tuesday the presence of North Korean soldiers in Russia's Kursk region, an area bordered by Ukraine where significant military activities have taken place. The Pentagon disclosed that thousands more North Korean troops are en route to the area, raising global alarms.

Yoon's office highlighted the rapid deployment of North Korean forces to Russia, warning of increased tensions. Concerns about what Russia offers in return and the unpreparedness of North Korean troops for advanced warfare add another layer of complexity to this international security issue.

(With inputs from agencies.)