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Why the West is so alarmed by North Korea and Russia taking their relationship to the next level
20 June 2024 at 12:00
A pact between Russia and North Korea could scramble the balance of power in East Asia and make it even more difficult to halt North Korea’s nuclear ambitions.
The two leaders delivered toasts at a state reception after signing the agreement. Putin’s visit to North Korea is likely to strengthen defense ties between the two nuclear-armed countries as Russia pursues its war in Ukraine. Kim driving Putin in the garden of the Kumsusan State Guesthouse in Pyongyang on Wednesday.
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