Putin hails 'invincible friendship' with N. Korea in New Year letter: KCNA
Summary
Russian President Vladimir Putin praised the "invincible friendship" with North Korea in a New Year letter, highlighting North Korean soldiers' participation in the war in Ukraine and a strategic partnership treaty.
Key Points
- Putin hailed the 'invincible friendship' between Russia and North Korea in a New Year letter to Kim Jong Un.
- North Korean soldiers are reported to be aiding Russia's military effort in Ukraine, particularly in the Kursk region.
- A historic treaty on comprehensive strategic partnership between Russia and North Korea was signed in June 2023, including mutual defense commitments.
- South Korean intelligence estimates thousands of North Korean soldiers deployed to Russia, with significant casualties reported.
