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Seoul Says Russia Likely Aiding North Korea's Submarine Program

Seoul's assessment highlights suspected technology transfers rooted in a widening RussiaNorth Korea alliance.

Overview

  • Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back told lawmakers on Oct. 13 that Moscow likely shared submarine know-how with Pyongyang.
  • He said North Korea acquired “various technologies,” while any SLBM test launches remain unverified.
  • The assessment follows a June 2024 mutual-support pact that formalized closer RussiaNorth Korea military ties.
  • Reporting says North Korea sent thousands of troops to Russia in late 2024, with estimates ranging from roughly 11,000 to as high as 30,000.
  • North Korea’s Oct. 10 parade showcased new hypersonic MRBMs and Hwasong-20 ICBMs in front of Dmitry Medvedev, as Kyiv warns the partnership endangers regional and global security.