Thousands of North Koreans fought for Russia. A memorial hints at the death toll
An estimated 11,000 North Korean soldiers were sent to fight in Russia's war against Ukraine.
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An estimated 11,000 North Korean soldiers were sent to fight in Russia's war against Ukraine.
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