North Korea has deployed 12,000 soldiers to aid Russia in Ukraine: NIS

북한, 우크라전 파병… 정부, 우크라에 '단계적 지원'

Hello and welcome to Within the Frame, where we bring today’s most pressing global issues into focus. I’m Kim Mok-yeon.
Tensions continue to escalate surrounding the Korean Peninsula.
In a surprising move, North Korea reportedly deployed 12,000 troops to support Russia in the ongoing Ukraine conflict.
This development, corroborated by satellite images from South Korea’s National Intelligence Service, raises questions about North Korea’s intentions surrounding this announcement.
Pyeongyang and Moscow meanwhile seem to take a stance of denial, calling such reports "groundless rumors."

Amid the many reports on the regime's troop deployment, what are the implications for international relations? Particularly between South Korea and Russia, as well as the evolving dynamics among North Korea, China, and Russia.

For answers to this, we connect online to Brian Myers, Professor of International Studies at Dongseo University.
Welcome to the show, Professor.

Also joining us from the U.S., is Frank Jannuzi, President and CEO of The Maureen and Mike Mansfield Foundation.
Great to have you, Mr. Jannuzi.

(MYERS) 1. Let's start with Professor Myers, so last week, South Korea's intelligence agency released satellite images saying North Korea sent troops to support Russia in the war with Ukraine.
First, let me ask what were your thoughts after you heard the news. Then, what might be the reason behind such unprecedented transparency in sharing this information?

(Jannuzi) 2. The powerful sister of North Korean leader, Kim Yo-jong slammed South Korea and Ukraine the day before, for what she claimed was a military provocation against Pyongyang. Mr. Jannuzi, the South Korean government has yet to put any plan into action. Why are they sending such harsh messages, especially with this timing?

(Jannuzi) 3. The North's KCNA reported today that leader Kim Jong-un has once again called for enhancing the regime's war deterrence, disclosing the interior of its missile bases' launch facilities for the first time. What message do you think they want to send?

(MYERS) 4. So the 12,000 troops dispatched by North Korea are reportedly part of an elite special operations unit. Professor Myers, what does this unit entail, and what roles might these North Korean special forces play in the conflict?

(Jannuzi) 5. Mr. Jannuzi, What implications does North Korea's large-scale troop deployment to Russia hold for regional dynamics? Following its weapons support and troops support, what might North Korea expect in return from Russia? Could there be the possibility of sharing nuclear and missile technologies?

(Jannuzi) 6. Despite evidence of North Korean troop deployments to Russia, the U.S. and NATO remain cautious, stating they have yet to confirm the reports. What factors contribute to their measured response?

(MYERS) 7. In light of North Korea's troop deployments, South Korea's Foreign Ministry summoned the Russian ambassador expressing regret. Professor, what does this mean for the trajectory of South Korea-Russia relations?

(Jannuzi) 8. Amid strengthening ties between North Korea and Russia, China's position seems to be increasingly important. How might the relationships among North Korea, China, and Russia evolve in the coming months Mr. Jannuzi?

(MYERS) 9. In other news, North Korea has released photos that it claims to be debris from a South Korean drone. Professor Myers, Is this evidence credible? Some experts suggest it may be a North Korean copy of the technology. What are your thoughts?

(MYERS) 10. The South Korean military has chosen not to comment on North Korea's claims about the drone debris, emphasizing a stance of strategic ambiguity. What are the implications of this approach professor?

(Jannuzi) 11. A new Multinational Sanctions Monitoring Team (MSMT), consisting of 11 nations, has been established to oversee sanctions on North Korea. Mr. Jannuzi, What are the roles and responsibilities of the MSMT, and what expectations do member nations have for its effectiveness?

(MYERS) 12. Professor, What measures could the MSMT take in response to reported violations of sanctions by North Korea?

We'll have to wrap up our discussion here, many thanks to our expert guests for sharing your expertise, we appreciate it.

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2024-10-23, 20:30 (KST)

[juanf]

These poor souls. They were born in North Korea only to end up in a Russian meat grinder. They never had a chance at a decent, humane life.

[Rdeki]

No, no, no .. North Korea deplyed 12001 troops. I personally counted all of them

[rickywhisenhunt]

Ukraine should just post signs in Korean that say surrender join us and you can live free plus escape North Korea. North Korea will just think they died in combat.

[lucid]

So what’s South Korea problem on this. They cry they won’t have with who to fight because N. Korea send some troops in Russia ? 😂😂😂😂. They want the troops to come South Korea ?

[shadowslayer]

There are more foreign fighters from other countries fighting on the side of Russia. North Korea only makes up a small percentage compared to that the only difference is one group is better trained.

[raylaclair]

There was 12000 and then 1 stay out of it.😅😅😅😅

[Mr.SugarFoot]

12000 troops that will be dead in a few days! North Korea lost 8 in just 3 seconds when they were hit by a drone in their little inflatable boat made for 2 ppl. But they didn’t know how to count!😂 HIMARS counted and said LETS GO!

[hojoonpark]

No specific reason for deceiving the info.? Ask RAND about it. 😂

[lucid]

Hey man Russia was attack. In Kursk direction 1:57 Or you forgo this already. Ukraine invade a part of Russia. So according with mutual defense treaty North Korea need to help Russia. Awake man ! 😂😂😂😂.