EU sanctions North Korean general for role in Russia’s war on Ukraine
Measure designates Cha Yong Bom, citing his deployment to Russia and participation in joint military operations
Kim Yong Bok, the commander leading forces against Ukraine, appears on the far right, with Ri Chang Ho second from the right and Cha Yong Bom third. Lower ranking officers from the Special Operations Force (11th Corps) appear on the left. | Image: Rodong Sinmun (Aug. 21, 2025)
The European Union imposed new sanctions on a North Korean general leading DPRK troops deployed to Russia, as part of measures aimed at curbing the two countries’ cooperation against Ukraine.
The European Union imposed new sanctions on a North Korean general leading DPRK troops deployed to Russia, as part of measures aimed at curbing the two countries’ cooperation against Ukraine.
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