North Korea may soon send 10,000 more soldiers to Russia, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Zelensky said these soldiers are now being picked and trained before they go to Russia. He also said that more than 8,000 North Korean soldiers are already in Russia.

This plan is happening because Russia wants extra troops to help in its war with Ukraine. Ukraine and South Korea believe that since 2024, North Korea has sent about 14,000 to 15,000 soldiers to support Russia. Most of these soldiers are in Russia’s Kursk region, where fighting with Ukrainian forces often happens.

If the new 10,000 soldiers arrive, Russia's army could become stronger in the war against Ukraine. But this plan has not been officially confirmed by Russia or North Korea. The reported news shows that the partnership between Russia and North Korea is becoming closer, and other countries are watching the situation with concern.