Ukraine Conflict Intensifies with North Korean Troops

President Joe Biden labeled North Korea's deployment of troops to Russia as 'very dangerous,' amid concerns they will bolster Moscow's forces in Ukraine. South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol discussed with EU President Ursula von der Leyen the rapid deployment of these troops, highlighting the urgency of the situation. NATO confirmed that North Korean troops are already in Russia, prompting Ukraine's allies to explore cautious responses to avoid escalation. Concurrently, Russian President Vladimir Putin warned that Russia would respond if NATO-backed Ukraine uses long-range missiles to strike Russian territory, viewing it as a potential act of war by NATO. This comes as Russia's economy shows unexpected growth despite extensive sanctions, due to strategic economic adaptations. These developments underscore the escalating tension and complexity of international relations surrounding the Ukraine conflict.