Fact Check: North Korea has provided tens of thousands of soldiers to Russia for its invasion of Ukraine.

Claim: North Korea has provided tens of thousands of soldiers to Russia for its invasion of Ukraine.

Verdict: Correct (95% confidence)

Explanation: According to SCMP, North Korea has sent an estimated 14,000 soldiers and additional military engineers to Russia's Kursk region since late 2024. BBC reports that North Korea has sent approximately 15,000 troops to aid Russia in its invasion of Ukraine. NBC News corroborates this by stating that over 11,000 North Korean troops have been deployed to support Russia. These sources consistently confirm the deployment of North Korean troops to Russia for the Ukraine conflict, supporting the claim.