North Korea Sends 1,500 Special Forces to Russia. What Could Go Wrong?
So, North Korea has sent a staggering 1,500 special forces troops to Vladivostok! You know things are serious when Kim Jong-un decides he needs to join forces over a game of geopolitical chess. I mean, when you think of Vladivostok, do you picture the North Korean regime? It’s like sending your toddler to a WWE match. It’s a bit of a mismatch, to say the least.
The Facts: More Than Just Heavy Boots
According to The Telegraph, these troops are part of a 200,000-strong Special Operations Forces (SOF) contingent, primarily focused on research and testing—you know, like how to infiltrate a South Korean BBQ without getting caught. Because nothing says ‘military action’ quite like taste-testing kimchi!
Ukraine is watching with bated breath as President Zelensky and his staff highlight reports that around 10,000 North Korean soldiers are preparing to join the Russian military. Now that’s what I call a corporate merger! “Welcome aboard, here’s your Russian military uniform, and also—here’s a fake ID. Good luck, just try not to get caught in your disguise.”
So, What’s Up with All These Disguises?
According to Ukraine’s Head of Military Intelligence, Kirill Budanov, a mere 2,600 soldiers could be seen swapping the streets of Kursk for a battlefront near you by November 1. It’s like a bad reality TV show: “Who Wants to Be a Russian Soldier?” If you’re an enthusiast of camouflage, this isn’t the kind of camouflage they had in mind—trust me. They even got Russian military uniforms! Because nothing says “trust me” like dressing up as the enemy.
The North Korean Special Forces: Are They Really ‘Special’?
The big question looms—what exactly do these North Korean SOF bring to the party? According to Ahmed Hassan, CEO of Gray Dynamics, they’re not exactly the top-tier special forces like Delta Force or SAS. In his expert opinion, they rank a solid 5 out of 10. So if you’re looking for elite training, it might be time to look elsewhere. It’s like showing up to an elite cooking competition with a microwave meal. You won’t exactly win any Michelin stars.
(Cue Dramatic Music) What About China?
In a plot twist akin to a daytime soap opera, China is now in the mix. The United States has slapped sanctions on Chinese companies for making drones that are, unfortunately, not designed for garden parties. Meanwhile, Xi Jinping seems to be keeping his cards close, reminding his troops to “strengthen combat capabilities.” Increasing the drama tenfold—if China pulls the plug on North Korea’s military adventure, it may not happen. Talk about needing to read the fine print!
“If China says no, then that’s a no,” experts speculate. Ah, the power of saying no—a classic relationship dynamic. If North Korea has learned anything, it’s that the biggest player in the room is usually the one sitting quietly at the back, sipping tea and judging everyone.
Final Thoughts
So, as we’ve seen, North Korea’s military maneuvering may look intimidating on the surface, but deep down, it’s essentially like sending an ensemble cast of *The Office* into a war zone. Will it lead to strategic success? Or will it be a comedy of errors? Only time will tell, but one thing is clear: the world’s catching a front-row seat to this chaotic geopolitical theatre!
Let’s keep our eyes peeled—who knows, maybe they’ll end up launching a viral TikTok dance challenge instead!
It is noted that North Korean forces were transferred to Vladivostok.
North Korea deployed 1.5 thousand special forces troops to Russian territory on Saturday, October 19.
About this writes The Telegraph.
It is reported that about 1,500 special forces troops have been deployed to Vladivostok, with further deployments expected in the near future.
The personnel sent to Vladivostok are believed to come from the 200,000-strong SOF ranks, which are primarily used for research and testing of South Korea’s defenses.
What they say in Ukraine
According to President of Ukraine Vladimir Zelensky and South Korean intelligence, about 10 thousand Pyongyang soldiers are preparing to join Moscow’s army.
While Head of Military Intelligence of Ukraine Kirill Budanov stated that by November 1, about 2,600 military personnel would be sent to Kursk.
According to the National Security and Defense Council, the troops were given Russian military uniforms, weapons and fake IDs, and are expected to be sent to Ukraine after they complete training.
“This is akin to trying to disguise the North Koreans by passing them off as Russian soldiers. “, the intelligence agency said.
What role will North Korea play?
It is not yet clear what role North Korean special forces will play on Ukraine’s eastern front.
CEO of Gray Dynamics Ahmed Hassan stressed that SOF are considered “special” by North Korean military standards, not by criteria for NATO or Russian special forces.
“If there is a rating from one to ten, and let’s say one is a basic soldier and ten is, say, Delta Force or SAS, then the NK force ranks 5.”Hasan told The Telegraph.
What is China’s role?
On Saturday, the United States announced sanctions against Chinese companies linked to the production of suicide drones used against Ukraine.
But Beijing, which views North Korea as a buffer zone between itself and US ally South Korea, has historically opposed any decisions by Pyongyang that are seen as risky or destabilizing to China’s foreign affairs, particularly its trade relations with the West.
“If China says no to the final deployment of troops, this will not happen. Russia has very little to offer North Korea compared to what China is offering, so if Beijing stalls the plan, these troops may never show up at the front.” – the message says.
Let us recall that Chinese state media reported on Saturday, October 19, that the leader of the PRC Xi Jinping called on troops to strengthen their combat capabilities.
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