Reports coming out of South Korea indicate that North Korean troops could be deploying to Russia. These reports are unconfirmed, but the South Koreans aren’t usually in the business of lying. So, what does this mean for the Ukraine War?
North Korea hasn’t seen combat in ages, so while they gain some field experience, the rest of the world will get a glimpse at their capabilities. If the artillery and missiles the North Koreans already sent to the Russians are any indicator, I wouldn’t expect much. This could also drag the South Koreans into the conflict on the Ukrainian side, which might outweigh what the North Korea brings to the table for Russia.
Speaking of dragging new players into the war, Iran’s involvement with Russia could get Israel involved as well. This would likely come in the form of Israeli attacks on Iranian facilities making drones, but with Israel being a leader in defense technology, this could be a game changer for the Ukrainians.
The Russians are showing their declining military capacity by grasping at straws trying to get the North Koreans and Iranians to save their asses, but that strategy may soon backfire.
