Kyrylo Budanov told reporters on Sunday that Pyongyang is "covering for practically 50% of Russia's need" for ammo.
Seoul's National Intelligence Service confirmed that the Ukrainian military had captured two of around 10,000 North Korean soldiers they estimate have been sent by Kim Jong Un to fight for Russia
Many North Korean soldiers are trained to attack the enemy from the rear rather than engage in front-line combat, analysts say
Some 3,500 North Korean soldiers undergoing field adaptation training in 5 locations in Russia's Far East,' with a possibility of a 3rd deployment, says Yu Yong-weon, citing Ukrainian intelligence - A
But analysts suggest Washington may be open to resuming talks with North Korea, with Moscow potentially playing the role of mediator.