Russian and North Korean Military Ties Deepen

Russian Defence Minister Andrei Belousov visits North Korea, strengthening military and diplomatic ties. Belousov will hold talks with North Korean leaders and attend memorial events. This follows a recent visit by Russia's State Duma Chairman. President Putin sent a telegram to Kim Jong Un expressing gratitude for North Korea's support in Ukraine.

Russian Defence Minister Andrei Belousov has made a significant visit to North Korea, marking the second high-ranking Russian official to arrive in Pyongyang within a short span. His visit underscores the strengthening ties between Russia and North Korea.

Belousov's itinerary includes discussions with North Korean leadership and participation in ceremonial events, as confirmed by Russia's defence ministry. This visit follows that of Russia's State Duma Chairman Vyacheslav Volodin, who attended the unveiling of a new memorial.

Meanwhile, President Vladimir Putin communicated with Kim Jong Un via telegram, expressing appreciation for North Korea's assistance in countering Ukrainian actions in Russia's Kursk region. The leaders' recent treaty highlights their swiftly developing partnership.