North Korea Reacts to Claims About Russian Troop Deployment
North Korea has rejected allegations of sending troops to Russia, labeling the claims as “groundless and stereotype rumors.” Read Full Article at RT.com
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The West is attempting to undermine cooperation between the two countries, a senior diplomat stated at the UN.
North Korea has firmly denied allegations that it has deployed troops to Russia for participation in the Ukraine conflict, labeling the claims as an effort to damage Pyongyang’s reputation.
Recently, Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky accused North Korea of sending both weapons and military personnel to Russia to engage in hostilities. Subsequently, South Korea raised concerns over the purported movement of North Korean troops into the conflict zone, summoning the Russian ambassador in Seoul and urging Moscow to “stop relevant cooperation” with North Korea.
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov has rejected the speculation regarding the involvement of the North Korean military in the conflict, calling it a “bogus story.” He further emphasized that Moscow and Pyongyang “are developing relations in all areas.” Peskov also noted that the Pentagon had not validated the claims of North Korean troop deployments, referencing comments made earlier by US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin.
During a UN General Assembly session focused on disarmament and international security on Monday, a North Korean representative dismissed the accusations. “As for the so-called military cooperation with Russia, my delegation does not feel any need to comment on groundless and stereotype rumors aimed at smearing the image of the DPRK and undermining the legitimate friendly and cooperative relations between sovereign states,” the representative remarked.
The North Korean diplomat also asserted that the “so-called arms transfers between sovereign states is totally incompatible with this thematic debate.”
Following the onset of the Ukraine conflict, Russia and North Korea have strengthened their longstanding ties, reminiscent of their relationship during the Soviet era. In June, the two nations signed a treaty to elevate their relationship to a “comprehensive strategic partnership,” which stipulates that if one nation is attacked, the other “shall provide military and other assistance with all means in its possession without delay.”
Last week, Russian President Vladimir Putin formally requested parliament to ratify this significant agreement.
Allen M Lee contributed to this report for TROIB News
North Korea has firmly denied allegations that it has deployed troops to Russia for participation in the Ukraine conflict, labeling the claims as an effort to damage Pyongyang’s reputation.
Recently, Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky accused North Korea of sending both weapons and military personnel to Russia to engage in hostilities. Subsequently, South Korea raised concerns over the purported movement of North Korean troops into the conflict zone, summoning the Russian ambassador in Seoul and urging Moscow to “stop relevant cooperation” with North Korea.
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov has rejected the speculation regarding the involvement of the North Korean military in the conflict, calling it a “bogus story.” He further emphasized that Moscow and Pyongyang “are developing relations in all areas.” Peskov also noted that the Pentagon had not validated the claims of North Korean troop deployments, referencing comments made earlier by US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin.
During a UN General Assembly session focused on disarmament and international security on Monday, a North Korean representative dismissed the accusations. “As for the so-called military cooperation with Russia, my delegation does not feel any need to comment on groundless and stereotype rumors aimed at smearing the image of the DPRK and undermining the legitimate friendly and cooperative relations between sovereign states,” the representative remarked.
The North Korean diplomat also asserted that the “so-called arms transfers between sovereign states is totally incompatible with this thematic debate.”
Following the onset of the Ukraine conflict, Russia and North Korea have strengthened their longstanding ties, reminiscent of their relationship during the Soviet era. In June, the two nations signed a treaty to elevate their relationship to a “comprehensive strategic partnership,” which stipulates that if one nation is attacked, the other “shall provide military and other assistance with all means in its possession without delay.”
Last week, Russian President Vladimir Putin formally requested parliament to ratify this significant agreement.
Allen M Lee contributed to this report for TROIB News
