South Korea’s Defence Ministry has confirmed that North Korea has provided significant military assistance to Russia, including around 200 long range artillery pieces. This latest development is part of a broader pattern of cooperation between Pyongyang and Moscow, which is expected to continue growing. In return, North Korea may receive advanced military technologies, such as those related to nuclear submarines and ballistic missiles, further strengthening its weapons programme.
The South Korean government reports that North Korea has already sent approximately 11,000 troops to support Russia in its war against Ukraine. Among them, around 300 have been killed, and approximately 2,700 have been wounded. Beyond personnel, Pyongyang has also supplied a significant number of missiles and a large quantity of ammunition, with additional military aid expected in the future.
| North Korean Military Support to Russia |
|---|
| 11,000 Troops Sent |
| 300 Soldiers Killed |
| 2,700 Soldiers Wounded |
| 200 Long Range Artillery Pieces |
| Large Quantities of Missiles & Ammo |
The military cooperation between North Korea and Russia is set to expand further. The South Korean Defence Ministry expects Pyongyang to intensify its weapons development in 2025, the final year of its current five year plan. This plan aims to enhance North Korea’s capabilities in key strategic areas, including nuclear submarine technology, spy satellites, and solid fuel intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs).
Intelligence sources indicate that North Korea and Russia have agreed to jointly produce drones. In exchange, North Korea has reportedly committed to supplying additional soldiers to Moscow. This deepening alliance comes as Russia continues to struggle on the battlefield in Ukraine, with heavy losses forcing Moscow to seek external reinforcements.
Furthermore, there are strong indications that Russia is sharing critical missile and nuclear technologies with Pyongyang. This includes technology for nuclear submarines and reentry technology for ICBMs, potentially enhancing North Korea’s ability to threaten its regional adversaries.
Despite these developments, Pyongyang has maintained an aggressive stance in its dealings with the United States. Instead of responding to US President Donald Trump’s recent statement about resuming negotiations, North Korea has conducted additional missile tests. It has also publicised leader Kim Jong Un’s visit to a nuclear materials production base, reinforcing its defiant position against Washington.
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