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Russia now occupies around 20% of Ukrainian territory

North Korean Troops Withdraw From Ukraine Amid Heavy Losses

The withdrawal reflects the harsh realities faced by North Korean forces unprepared for modern warfare.

North Korean troops have seemingly withdrawn from the front lines near Kursk, Russia, raising questions about their effectiveness and the impact on the war as of February 2025.

Reports indicate it has been at least two weeks since they were last seen, according to multiple sources, including Ukrainian Colonel Oleksandr Kindratenko.

Colonel Kindratenko, who is involved with Ukrainian forces fighting in the Kursk region, stated, "Probably they have been forced to withdraw after suffering heavy losses." This remark highlights the harsh realities facing these soldiers who were brought to aid Russian efforts against Ukraine.

North Korean soldiers were initially deployed to help the Russians as they sought to reclaim territory from Ukraine. The deployment took place last November, with these troops receiving only limited training from Russian commanders. Hans van Koningsbrugge, the director of the Center for Russian Studies, explained, "It is this, or completely melting on the battlefield." Clearly, the issues surrounding their operational readiness were staggering.

Eyewitness accounts and videos have painted the North Koreans as primarily used as 'cannon fodder.' Reports detail desperate tactics where groups of soldiers charged Ukrainian positions without proper cover, exposing them to devastating counterattacks. Generals have assessed significant losses; figures suggest half of the North Korean contingent may have suffered injuries or fatalities. One commanding officer, Oleksandr Syrsky, explained, "They are only prepared for warfare from the 1980s," pointing out the vast chasm between modern strategies and their historical military doctrine.

These troops' preparations—or lack thereof—have been noted frequently, especially since North Korea has not engaged in significant warfare over the last seventy years. Van Koningsbrugge remarked, "You should not forget, North Korea has not fought any wars for seventy years," stressing their unfamiliarity with contemporary battlefields, including the increasing relevance of drone warfare.

Recent encounters have led to captured North Korean soldiers expressing confusion about their surroundings and goals. One soldier, recorded via bodycam footage from the Ukrainian side, was witnessed screaming the name of Kim Jong-un before taking his life with a grenade as he faced capture. This tragic incident reflects the indoctrinated spirit of self-sacrifice instilled within the North Korean military.

For Russian President Vladimir Putin, the struggle to manage the front lines continues to be a headache. Ukrainian forces made strategic advancements last August by breaching the border, reclaiming over 1,000 square kilometers of Russian territory. Despite suffering setbacks, President Volodymyr Zelensky remains adamant about leveraging this region as bargaining power for any future negotiations.

Last reported attempts by Russian forces to pressure the Ukrainians out of Kursk have not been fully successful, and the failure to maintain their North Korean allies speaks volumes about the current state of the conflict. Reports from South Korean and Ukrainian intelligence agencies suggest North Korea is preparing to send more troops, indicating this military partnership's complexity.

To date, both international observers and analysts are left to contemplate the impact of North Korea's military ineffectiveness and what this might mean for future engagements between these two nations. The broader strategic dynamics at play underline not only the practical limitations of the North Korean forces but also highlight how the nature of modern warfare continues to evolve, presenting challenges to those still rooted in outdated methodologies.

Aaaand they're kicked out of freshly-annexed by Ukraine Kursk oblast.

You can thank Mr.Zelensky and his troops for averting THE WAR BETWEEN US AND NOKO!