Warriors from the hermit kingdom engaged in battle in Ukraine for the first time Monday — but they purportedly started fighting different demons before stepping foot onto any field, according to a

Troops from Russia and North Korea use the same types of munitions, but they lack a common language for operations, doctrine, and ideology.

North Korean soldiers have engaged in combat operations against Ukraine alongside their Russian allies, South Korea's spy agency said on Wednesday. Seoul's confirmation comes amid growing global criticism as the two countries strengthen military ties,