Video exposed in Ukraine- North Korean troops trained in Russian camp to attack Ukraine. Chairman of the US House of Representatives warns- step on the red line_1

In a recent development, the Ukrainian Strategic Communications and Information Security Center released vi

In a recent development, the Ukrainian Strategic Communications and Information Security Center released video footage online showing North Korean soldiers receiving military uniforms, Russian-made weapons, and fake identification documents from Russian military personnel. These troops are reportedly impersonating Russian soldiers from Siberia and are expected to be deployed to the frontlines of the Russia-Ukraine war after their training is completed.

The South Korean National Intelligence Service indicated that approximately 1,500 members of North Korea’s special forces have arrived in Vladivostok for adaptation training, gearing up to join Russian forces in their campaign against Ukraine. The release of training videos online seems to corroborate this information.

U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, speaking from Naples, Italy, acknowledged on the 19th that he could not verify these reports at the moment, but expressed concern if they were indeed true.

Mike Turner, the Republican chairman of the U.S. House Intelligence Committee, warned that this development crosses a red line for both the United States and NATO. He emphasized that any North Korean military involvement in Ukraine, whether through direct attacks or troop deployments, would be a significant escalation. Turner has reached out to President Biden, urging the White House to provide updates and asserting that if North Korea’s involvement is confirmed, it would necessitate an immediate response from the U.S. and NATO.

Reports from the South Korean intelligence agency suggest that North Korea intends to send its elite special forces, known as “11th Corps” or “Storm Corps,” comprising about 12,000 troops to assist Russia. Ukrainian Defense Intelligence chief Kyrylo Budanov earlier indicated that an initial group of approximately 11,000 North Korean soldiers is currently undergoing training in Russia, with plans to integrate into the Russian military starting November 1.

The 1,500 special forces troops were transported via four landing ships and three escort vessels from the northern regions of North Korea to Vladivostok between October 8 and 13. They have received military gear and weapons from the Russian military, as well as fake ID cards to disguise themselves as Russian soldiers. A second wave of troops is expected to follow soon.

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte has taken a cautious stance, stating that it remains unconfirmed whether North Korea is sending regular military forces to the Russia-Ukraine conflict and that further verification is needed.

Simultaneously, the Ukrainian Strategic Communications Center shared snippets of footage purportedly filmed at a Russian training facility in the Far East, depicting North Korean soldiers in line to receive supplies. In another video identified by CNN, the troops are shown arriving at the Sergeevka Training Ground near the Russian-Chinese border.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky had previously accused North Korea of sending troops and weapons to Russia, though Russian officials denied these claims as false. The recent videos appear to validate Ukraine’s accusations.

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha emphasized that the North Korean soldiers are not mercenaries, but regular troops of the North Korean People’s Army. He criticized Russia for drawing North Korea into the Ukraine conflict, thereby making it a direct participant.

North Korea’s military, consisting of approximately 1.2 million personnel, is one of the largest armies in the world. If confirmed, its involvement in the conflict would mark a significant intervention by Pyongyang in international affairs, a first in such a context.

As of now, neither Moscow nor Pyongyang has commented on these developments.