High North Korean Casualties in Kursk Region
Western officials report that approximately 4,000 out of 11,000 North Korean troops deployed to the Kursk region have suffered casualties (killed, wounded, missing, or captured) in three months, with around 1,000 deaths by mid-January; this high rate is unsustainable for North Korea.
High North Korean Casualties in Kursk Region
Western officials report that approximately 4,000 out of 11,000 North Korean troops deployed to the Kursk region have suffered casualties (killed, wounded, missing, or captured) in three months, with around 1,000 deaths by mid-January; this high rate is unsustainable for North Korea.
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44% Bias Score
Captured North Korean Soldiers Reveal Details of Ukraine War
Ukraine captured two North Korean soldiers fighting alongside Russia near Kursk; one attempted suicide but later requested Korean romance films, highlighting the secretive nature of North Korea's involvement and the propaganda value of their capture for Ukraine.
Captured North Korean Soldiers Reveal Details of Ukraine War
Ukraine captured two North Korean soldiers fighting alongside Russia near Kursk; one attempted suicide but later requested Korean romance films, highlighting the secretive nature of North Korea's involvement and the propaganda value of their capture for Ukraine.
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48% Bias Score
North Korean Troops Confirmed Fighting in Ukraine
Ukraine, the U.S., and South Korea accuse North Korea of sending over 10,000 soldiers to fight alongside Russia in Ukraine; two North Korean soldiers have been captured by Ukrainian forces, and their fate is uncertain.
North Korean Troops Confirmed Fighting in Ukraine
Ukraine, the U.S., and South Korea accuse North Korea of sending over 10,000 soldiers to fight alongside Russia in Ukraine; two North Korean soldiers have been captured by Ukrainian forces, and their fate is uncertain.
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40% Bias Score
Russia Claims Gains in Kursk, Ukraine Employs Attrition Strategy
The Russian Ministry of Defense claims to have retaken two-thirds of Ukrainian-occupied territory in the Kursk region, while the US-based Institute for the Study of War estimates 50 percent. Ukraine launched a surprise offensive two weeks ago using heavy weaponry, but failed to achieve large-scale g...
Russia Claims Gains in Kursk, Ukraine Employs Attrition Strategy
The Russian Ministry of Defense claims to have retaken two-thirds of Ukrainian-occupied territory in the Kursk region, while the US-based Institute for the Study of War estimates 50 percent. Ukraine launched a surprise offensive two weeks ago using heavy weaponry, but failed to achieve large-scale g...
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44% Bias Score
Russia Claims Gains in Kursk, Ukraine's Strategy Shifts
Russia claims to have retaken two-thirds of Ukrainian-occupied territory in the Kursk region, while the Institute for the Study of War estimates it at 50 percent; a recent Ukrainian offensive involving 2,000 troops and heavy weaponry failed to secure major gains, but inflicted equipment damage; Ukra...
Russia Claims Gains in Kursk, Ukraine's Strategy Shifts
Russia claims to have retaken two-thirds of Ukrainian-occupied territory in the Kursk region, while the Institute for the Study of War estimates it at 50 percent; a recent Ukrainian offensive involving 2,000 troops and heavy weaponry failed to secure major gains, but inflicted equipment damage; Ukra...
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36% Bias Score
Civilian Crisis in Ukrainian-Controlled Kursk Region Amidst Conflicting Casualty Reports
Approximately 2,000 civilians remain in the Ukrainian-controlled part of the Kursk region following the August 2024 Ukrainian incursion; Ukraine reports 112 civilian deaths and over 100 injured, while Russia provides conflicting data on missing persons; the lack of humanitarian corridors remains a s...
Civilian Crisis in Ukrainian-Controlled Kursk Region Amidst Conflicting Casualty Reports
Approximately 2,000 civilians remain in the Ukrainian-controlled part of the Kursk region following the August 2024 Ukrainian incursion; Ukraine reports 112 civilian deaths and over 100 injured, while Russia provides conflicting data on missing persons; the lack of humanitarian corridors remains a s...
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52% Bias Score
1,000 North Korean Soldiers Killed in Ukraine, Reports Say
The BBC reports that approximately 1,000 North Korean soldiers have been killed and 3,000 wounded fighting in Ukraine alongside Russian forces, representing 36% of the estimated 10,000 deployed, according to Western officials; Russia is reportedly expecting additional reinforcements within two month...
1,000 North Korean Soldiers Killed in Ukraine, Reports Say
The BBC reports that approximately 1,000 North Korean soldiers have been killed and 3,000 wounded fighting in Ukraine alongside Russian forces, representing 36% of the estimated 10,000 deployed, according to Western officials; Russia is reportedly expecting additional reinforcements within two month...
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40% Bias Score
Yokota Urges Trump's Help to Resolve North Korea Abduction Issue
Sakie Yokota, whose daughter Megumi was abducted by North Korea in 1977, hopes President Trump's return will facilitate a summit to resolve the abduction issue, noting that Trump previously met with Kim Jong Un and expressed commitment to helping.
Yokota Urges Trump's Help to Resolve North Korea Abduction Issue
Sakie Yokota, whose daughter Megumi was abducted by North Korea in 1977, hopes President Trump's return will facilitate a summit to resolve the abduction issue, noting that Trump previously met with Kim Jong Un and expressed commitment to helping.
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44% Bias Score
Ceasefire in Ukraine Could Trigger Massive Russian Military Buildup, Expert Warns
Ukrainian military expert Oleksander Kovalenko predicts a massive Russian military buildup following a ceasefire in Ukraine, potentially including 50,000 North Korean troops and enabling a wider European offensive, warning that such a scenario would greatly increase the likelihood of a wider conflic...
Ceasefire in Ukraine Could Trigger Massive Russian Military Buildup, Expert Warns
Ukrainian military expert Oleksander Kovalenko predicts a massive Russian military buildup following a ceasefire in Ukraine, potentially including 50,000 North Korean troops and enabling a wider European offensive, warning that such a scenario would greatly increase the likelihood of a wider conflic...
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Russia Claims Gains in Kursk, Ukraine Uses Region as Negotiating Leverage
The Russian Ministry of Defense claims to have retaken two-thirds of Ukrainian-held territory in the Kursk region, while U.S. think tanks estimate around 50%; a recent Ukrainian offensive involving 2,000 troops and heavy weaponry failed to make significant territorial gains, but inflicted losses on ...
Russia Claims Gains in Kursk, Ukraine Uses Region as Negotiating Leverage
The Russian Ministry of Defense claims to have retaken two-thirds of Ukrainian-held territory in the Kursk region, while U.S. think tanks estimate around 50%; a recent Ukrainian offensive involving 2,000 troops and heavy weaponry failed to make significant territorial gains, but inflicted losses on ...
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44% Bias Score
One-Third of North Korean Troops in Kursk Oblast Killed or Wounded
North Korea's 11th Army Corps suffered approximately 3,800 casualties (killed, wounded, or captured) out of 12,000 troops deployed to Kursk Oblast since December, despite their superior marksmanship, highlighting the intense fighting and the devastating effectiveness of Ukrainian drone warfare again...
One-Third of North Korean Troops in Kursk Oblast Killed or Wounded
North Korea's 11th Army Corps suffered approximately 3,800 casualties (killed, wounded, or captured) out of 12,000 troops deployed to Kursk Oblast since December, despite their superior marksmanship, highlighting the intense fighting and the devastating effectiveness of Ukrainian drone warfare again...
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48% Bias Score
North Korea Accused of \$385 Million Crypto Heist to Fund Weapons Programs
The US, Japan, and South Korea issued a joint statement accusing North Korea of stealing over \$385 million from cryptocurrency exchanges via sophisticated cyberattacks, using the funds to finance its weapons programs and highlighting the need for increased international cooperation.
North Korea Accused of \$385 Million Crypto Heist to Fund Weapons Programs
The US, Japan, and South Korea issued a joint statement accusing North Korea of stealing over \$385 million from cryptocurrency exchanges via sophisticated cyberattacks, using the funds to finance its weapons programs and highlighting the need for increased international cooperation.
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56% Bias Score