N. Korean leader pays tribute to Soviet soldiers amid deepening Russia ties
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un lays a wreath at the Liberation Tower in Pyongyang on the occasion of the 81th anniversary of Liberation Day, in this photo…
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North Korean leader Kim Jong-un lays a wreath at the Liberation Tower in Pyongyang on the occasion of the 81th anniversary of Liberation Day, in this photo released by the North's official Korean Central News Agency on Saturday. (Yonhap) North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has paid tribute to Soviet soldiers who fought against Japan during World War II to mark Korea's liberation from Japanese colonial rule, vowing to further strengthen ties with Russia, Pyongyang's state media reported Saturday. No Redistribution) (Yonhap) "The excellent history, traditions and ties of blood between the DPRK and Russia now serve as a fundamental cornerstone and inexhaustible driving force for the bilateral relations of friendship and cooperation," Kim said in an English dispatch. Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev also sent greetings to Kim, the KCNA said.
Furthermore, Kim was accompanied by his daughter, Ju-ae, and his wife, Ri Sol-ju. The messages and Kim's visit underscore deepening ties between Moscow and Pyongyang, particularly their expanding military cooperation, which has drawn international concern over North Korea's support for Russia's war in Ukraine.
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North Korean leader Kim Jong-un lays a wreath at the Liberation Tower in Pyongyang on the occasion of the 81th anniversary of Liberation Day, in this photo released by the North's official Korean Central News Agency on Saturday. (Yonhap) North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has paid tribute to Soviet soldiers who fought against Japan during World War II to mark Korea's liberation from Japanese colonial rule, vowing to further strengthen ties with Russia, Pyongyang's state media reported Saturday.
reliability low1/2 sourcesNo Redistribution) (Yonhap) "The excellent history, traditions and ties of blood between the DPRK and Russia now serve as a fundamental cornerstone and inexhaustible driving force for the bilateral relations of friendship and cooperation," Kim said in an English dispatch.
reliability low1/2 sourcesFormer Russian President Dmitry Medvedev also sent greetings to Kim, the KCNA said.
reliability low1/2 sourcesKim was accompanied by his daughter, Ju-ae, and his wife, Ri Sol-ju.
reliability low1/2 sourcesThe messages and Kim's visit underscore deepening ties between Moscow and Pyongyang, particularly their expanding military cooperation, which has drawn international concern over North Korea's support for Russia's war in Ukraine.
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