Ukraine's spy chief says N. Korean military aid to Russia presents major battlefield problem


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  • Sunday, 15 Sep 2024

FILE PHOTO: Chief of the Military Intelligence of Ukraine Kyrylo Budanov speaks with journalists during 'Ukraine. Year 2024' conference, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Kyiv, Ukraine February 25, 2024. REUTERS/Valentyn Ogirenko/File Photo

KYIV (Reuters) - Ukraine's spy chief said on Saturday that Russia's increased production of guided bombs as well as artillery ammunition deliveries from North Korea present major problems for Ukrainian forces on the battlefield.

The head of Ukraine's military intelligence agency GUR, Kyrylo Budanov, said North Korean military aid to Russia presented the biggest concern compared to support provided by Moscow's other allies.

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