White House criticizes Russia for using North Korean troops as 'expendable' in Ukraine conflict

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1 year ago

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Credited from: THEHILL

John Kirby, National Security communications adviser, claims Russia is sending North Korean troops on impractical missions in Ukraine.
Kirby asserts these troops are seen as **“expendable,”** facing mass casualties and engaging in **futile attacks** against Ukrainian defenses.
The report highlights instances of **suicide** among North Korean soldiers fearing reprisal if captured.
Ukrainian President **Volodymyr Zelensky** announced the capture of severely wounded North Korean soldiers, remarking on the brutality of dictatorships.
It is estimated that over **1,000 North Korean soldiers** have been killed or wounded in the past week of fighting, according to Kirby.

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