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strikeAug 16, 2026

North Korea's Kim tells Putin he is 'proud' of strong ties, state media reports

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Seoul: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un told Russian President Vladimir Putin he was "proud" of their countries' strong ties, state media reported Sunday, after providing military support for Moscow's war against Ukraine.

Source: SECTIONS North Koreaproud' of strong ties; State Media Reports Afp — Read the full report

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  • SECTIONS North Koreaproud' of strong ties; State Media Reports AfpBy SECTIONS North Koreaproud' of strong ties; State Media Reports Afp

    Seoul: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un told Russian President Vladimir Putin he was "proud" of their countries' strong ties, state media reported Sunday, after providing military support for Moscow's war against Ukraine. Since Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in…

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