🇷🇺 Vladimir Putin
Russia Keeps Struggling In Ukraine. Putin Is Now Further Increasing The Size Of The Army.
What happened
Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered an increase in the size of the country's military, bringing it close to 2.5 million personnel, including over 1.5 million active servicemen. This is the fourth such increase this year. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy claims that Russia is also receiving support from North Korea, with over 8,000 North Korean troops on Russian territory and a further 10,000 being trained for deployment.
Why it matters
The expansion of Russia's military could have significant implications for the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, where Russia is struggling to achieve gains. The involvement of North Korea in the conflict could also raise concerns about the spread of military technology and the potential for escalation.
Key facts
- Russian military size to be increased to nearly 2.5 million personnel
- Over 1.5 million active servicemen to be included in the expansion
- 8,000 North Korean troops on Russian territory
- 10,000 more North Korean troops being trained for deployment
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