Published August 11, 2026 at 5:39 AM ET · Updated August 11, 2026 at 12:06 PM ET
Zelensky says North Korea sends up to 50,000 troops to Russia, presses Seoul for missiles
2 independent outlets are covering this story, first reported here by BBC News. Verification: Confirmed (how we verify). Every headline links to the original reporting.
Ukrainian President Zelensky claims North Korea is sending up to 50,000 troops to support Russia in the war. He is urging South Korea to supply missiles to Ukraine, and reports indicate Russia has already used North Korean missiles in strikes on Ukraine.
Patriot Watch first flagged this story 9 hr ago, when BBC News reported it. Coverage has since grown to 2 independent outlets, including 1 wire/mainstream feed. The most recent report came 3 hr ago from ZeroHedge.
