According to reports, hundreds of North Korean soldiers and a Russian general, as well as over a dozen Russian officers., were killed in a missile strike conducted by Ukraine.
The Storm Shadow strike, which was launched last week, is believed to have resulted in the deaths of 19 soldiers from Putin’s army and caused injuries to 18 Russians and a high-ranking general from Kim Jong Un general..
According to reports, the North Korean was in command of troops that were providing support to Vladimir Putin’s invasion during the Ukraine attack on November 20.
This marks the first time that UK Storm Shadow missiles have been used deep within Russia.
The reports suggest that the accurate missiles have hit a command post and military facility associated with Putin, resulting in the alleged death of Lt-Gen Valery Solodchuk. However, Russian authorities have not officially acknowledged these casualties, making it crucial to independently verify these claims. On November 20, the Storm Shadows were directed towards an underground military facility in Maryino, located on a Tsarist estate in the Kursk region.
Newly released footage showcases the flight of a Storm Shadow missile as it heads towards its intended target. These alleged losses could potentially account for Vladimir Putin’s enraged response, wherein he initiated the launch of a cutting-edge Oreshnik hypersonic missile at Dnipro. Additionally, Putin proudly boasted about this formidable weapon, emphasizing its invulnerability against Western defenses.
Reports have surfaced suggesting that Russian officers from Putin’s Southern and Eastern Military Districts lost their lives in recent incidents. According to US-based Global Defense Corp, approximately 500 North Korean soldiers, as well as Russian officers, were reportedly killed. Moreover, Moscow has issued a warning, stating that Ukraine’s utilization of NATO-provided missiles may provide justification for Putin to respond with nuclear missiles.
According to reports, more than 10,000 individuals from North Korea have been transported through Siberia to the conflict region, following a command from Kim Jong Un to assist Putin. These individuals are already active or prepared for deployment.
On 20 November, the sanatorium of the Russian Presidential Affairs Directorate in Maryino, a historically significant estate, was reportedly targeted by Storm Shadow missiles. The government has not yet commented on whether it authorized the use of these missiles in Ukraine. However, there are reports indicating that these missiles were initially sold with the understanding that they would only be used within Ukrainian borders.
In a statement to the Commons, PM Sir Keir Starmer refrained from directly answering questions about the missile’s role in the November strike but emphasized Ukraine’s “clear right of self-defense”. He stated, “The UK consistently supports Ukraine in matters of self-defense.”
Ukraine’s response to Russia’s actions is both proportionate and coordinated, displaying agility in its approach. The country’s actions align with international law, specifically Article 51 of the UN Charter, which grants Ukraine the clear right to self-defense against Russia’s illegal attacks.