Summary

North Korean troops sent to Russia to support its war in Ukraine remain sidelined due to poor training and logistical issues, according to Western officials.

These soldiers are expected to relieve Russian troops in secondary positions to free up forces for frontline battles in regions like Kursk, though they are unlikely to see combat in eastern Ukraine.

The war continues to take a massive toll, with over 700,000 Russian soldiers killed or wounded since February 2022, while both sides face challenges replacing losses.

Russia’s reliance on poorly trained recruits and prison conscripts highlights its growing manpower issues.

  • MutilationWave@lemmy.world
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    6 days ago

    Just because they’re 4’6" and have bones the density of plywood doesn’t mean they can’t shoot right?

    Meanwhile at the range- Holy shit his arm came right off!

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      6 days ago

      My heart hurts for how tough it is for those people…

      …but this made me laugh out loud more than I care to admit lmao.