**North Korean Troops Capture Village in Russia**
A village in the Russian region of Kursk Oblast has been captured by North Korean forces, with Ukrainian defenders being forced to retreat. The attack was carried out on Saturday.
According to reports, nearly 500 North Korean soldiers were involved in the assault, which resulted in significant losses for both sides. It is estimated that up to half of the North Korean troops became casualties.
**Heavy Casualties for Both Sides**
The North Korean forces suffered heavy losses during the attack. Ukrainian sources suggest that they lost around 2,000-4% of their total strength. The exact number of casualties is not known yet.
Despite these losses, the North Korean troops managed to achieve a tactical gain. They advanced on foot across open fields, making them vulnerable to Ukrainian drones and artillery fire.
**Ukrainian Forces Retreating**
The battle took place along the eastern edge of a 250-square-mile salient established by Ukrainian forces in August. The Ukrainian Center for Defense Strategies noted that some details of the engagement are still being verified.
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