Dutch foreign minister voices "grave concern" over N.Korean troops dispatch to Russia

The Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands, Caspar Veldkamp, ​​expressed grave concern over reports on the alleged involvement of North Korean military personnel in Russia's war effort against Ukraine.

He addressed the issue on X, Ukrinform reports.

"Reports of the possible involvement of North Korean troops in Russia's war against Ukraine cause grave concern. This could lead to serious escalation. We are monitoring the situation and, if necessary, we will advocate a joint approach by the EU, UN and NATO," the minister emphasized.

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