Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has reported significant troop losses among Russian and North Korean forces in the Kursk region, stating that up to a battalion of DPRK soldiers may have been lost in recent combat operations. The Ukrainian military has described a dramatic increase in casualties among the North Korean troops, exacerbated by low morale and alcohol issues. The ongoing conflict has not only resulted in heavy losses but has also had a considerable impact on the global political landscape, particularly among countries in the Global South. Zelenskyy has emphasized the strategic importance of these developments in negotiations and regional stability.