Zelensky Warns of North Korean Troops in Ukraine Conflict

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that Ukraine cannot join NATO while the war is ongoing, but is awaiting an invitation for future membership. He emphasized the importance of solid commitments from allies to ensure that discussions translate into formal agreements. Zelensky's 'Victory Plan' has gained attention, particularly its point suggesting that Ukrainian forces could eventually replace U.S. troops in Europe, though this plan remains largely unendorsed by major powers except for the UK and Denmark. Meanwhile, Zelensky warned of potential North Korean troop involvement in the conflict, stating that Ukraine would have to engage with North Korean forces should they enter Europe, a looming escalation that he attributes to a lack of decisive Western support. Reports indicate that North Korean troops could be deployed to assist Russian forces, with estimates suggesting thousands may be involved. Zelensky called on Western allies to take concrete steps to bolster Ukraine's defenses against these developments.