North Korea Poised to Send 100,000 Troops to Support Russia in Ukraine Conflict

North Korea's deployment of up to 100,000 troops to Russia provides a temporary solution for President Vladimir Putin to avoid a politically unpopular second mobilization of Russian reservists, according to the Institute for the Study of War. This move helps sustain Russia's military efforts for about three months amid high casualties. However, the long-term effectiveness is questionable due to Russia's broader demographic and industrial challenges. North Korea benefits from this arrangement through financial compensation and potential aid in rice and space technology, despite international sanctions.