Last month, Ukraine announced it had made its first contact with North Korean forces. The skirmish occurred in Russia’s Kursk province, where Ukraine has made gains in recent months.

The Ukrainians were successful during the attacks. According to reports, the North Koreans likely sustained casualties during the fighting, and Ukrainian forces are standing firm. Ukraine continues to hold over 1,000 square kilometers of Russian territory.

Aside from the event, the North Koreans and Russians in Kursk province are experiencing other issues. First, they are struggling to overcome language barriers. Russian officers have had to take time to teach North Korean soldiers basic military commands, which has been a painful process for Russia.

It is estimated that North Korea has sent around 10,000 troops to help Russia with its ongoing invasion of Ukraine. According to defense experts, North Korea’s involvement will not alter the scales of the war. Instead, it suggests that the Russian Federation’s invasion is not going according to plan, and that it is desperate for assistance.

In addition, the Russian and North Korean soldiers are struggling with military operations. Both militaries use different........

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