Overview

• Ukraine and U.S. officials report significant casualties among over 10,000 North Korean troops deployed to support Russia, with over 3,000 killed or injured in the Kursk region alone.
• North Korean soldiers are reportedly integrated into Russian forces, facing logistical challenges, including supply shortages and lack of drinking water, due to Ukrainian strikes.
• Ukraine's President Zelensky warns of the potential for North Korea to send additional troops and equipment to bolster Russia's efforts in the conflict.
• Russia continues its aggressive tactics, including small-scale assaults and mass drone attacks, which are straining Ukrainian defenses and critical infrastructure, causing widespread power outages.
• The Slovak government offers to host peace talks, but skepticism remains about Russia's intentions, as heavy fighting persists in key areas like Pokrovsk and Kurachowe.