Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has called on allies around the world to “not hesitate” to respond to reports that North Korea is supplying troops to support Russia’s war effort against Ukraine, saying intelligence agencies are currently It said it indicated up to 12,000 North Korean soldiers were training for deployment.
“We have information that two North Korean military units are undergoing training. They could become two brigades of 6,000 soldiers each,” President Zelenskiy said in his evening speech, adding, “Our partners will take up this challenge.” It is important not to hesitate,” he added. . ”
Zelensky’s appeal comes amid reports that Russia’s allies, particularly North Korea and China, are increasing support for President Vladimir Putin, who continues to attempt a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, and some European Leaders have called on Western countries supporting Kiev to send reinforcements for their troops. own. On Sunday, Lithuanian Foreign Minister Gabrielius Landsbergis told Politico that it was time to reconsider discussions on aid to Ukraine “on the ground”, calling Europe’s response so far “slow”.
