During an exceptional visit to Russia aimed at bolstering ties, particularly in the military sphere, North Korea’s leader made a significant statement, predicting victory for Moscow in its confrontations with adversaries.
Kim Jong Un meets Vladimir Putin
Kim Jong Un’s visit to Russia has garnered attention, with speculations about potential arms deals in the backdrop, notably concerning North Korean ammunition for Vladimir Putin’s ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Despite the widespread belief in such arms negotiations, no official disclosure has been made thus far. The motivations are complex: North Korea seeks food assistance to address chronic shortages and access to Russian technology to advance its weaponry.
Kim Jong Un expressed confidence in Russia’s ability to achieve a “great victory” in their struggle against those seeking hegemony. He lauded the Russian army’s “heroic” efforts in the ongoing Ukraine conflict.
In response, Putin raised a toast to the “strengthening of cooperation” with North Korea, hinting at the potential for closer military collaboration. The prospect of a strengthened alliance involving Pyongyang, Moscow, and Beijing carries significant implications for the Ukraine conflict, according to Kim Jong-dae, a visiting scholar at the Yonsei Institute for North Korean Studies.
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The potential expansion of North Korean weaponry, tested in real battlefield scenarios, could have repercussions that extend far beyond the immediate region. Western states are closely monitoring these developments and the potential consequences of arms sales between Russia and North Korea.
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