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Recent developments indicate that North Korean troops are actively participating in Russian military efforts, with reports pointing to about 12,800 troops involved in training and possible deployment, and rumors of additional forces potentially reaching 100,000. China is believed to have played a behind-the-scenes role in facilitating this cooperation.
Despite public denials or limited official comments, the consensus among analysts is that China’s strategists find the Russia-Ukraine conflict advantageous for their geopolitical goals. By supporting both North Korea and Russia covertly, China consolidates its influence and challenges Western-led sanctions and diplomatic pressures.