First North Korean Soldiers Killed in Ukraine, Zelensky Reports

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has confirmed the first North Korean military casualties in Ukraine, with soldiers fighting for Russia. While no specific numbers were disclosed, approximately 12,000 North Korean troops are reportedly involved. The alliance between North Korea and Russia, formalized through a mutual defense treaty, has led to North Korean soldiers being used as "cannon fodder" in high-risk areas. This development highlights the increasing involvement of foreign troops in the ongoing conflict.