Ukraine is seeking air defense systems from South Korea to enhance its military capabilities against Russian attacks.

President Zelensky says a decision has been made for 30,000 to 50,000 North Koreans to be deployed in Russia, where he warns they are gaining experience in modern warfare. He said Ukraine has already found North Korean missiles on its territory and expects Pyongyang to receive licenses and military tools from Moscow. Zelensky urged South Korea to deepen cooperation with Ukraine, particularly on air defense, and said Kyiv is ready to work with Seoul on a potential Drone Deal. #Ukraine

Kyiv is seeking air defense systems from South Korea, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said, as Russia continues to bombard its neighbor with missiles and drones. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/08/09/asia-pacific/ukraine-zelenskyy-south-korea-air-defense/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #asiapacific #ukraine #russia #russiaukrainewar #missiles #defense #southkorea