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Russia
North Korea’s Economic Surge from Supplying Russia’s War in Ukraine
North Korea’s economy grew 3.7% in 2024, the fastest annual pace of growth in eight years, driven by Pyongyang’s expanding economic and military ties with Russia.
Aug. 30, 2025
Russia
North Korea’s Kim Decorates Troops Who Fought for Russia Against Ukraine
Kim praised the “admirable” troops “who returned home with great honour” after enduring the “hail of bullets and bombs of the life-and-death war in the foreign country.”
Aug. 22, 2025
War in Ukraine
Putin Hails North Korean Troops as ‘Heroic’ in Letter to Kim
Putin added that the two countries would continue to “make a significant contribution to establishing a just and multi-polarised world order.”
Aug. 15, 2025
Russia
North Korea to Send 6,000 Troops to Russia, Supplying 40% of Its Ammo, Kyiv’s Spy Chief Says
Pyongyang plans to send 6,000 troops, up to 100 tanks and APCs to Russia, and is already supplying 40% of its artillery ammo and weapons used in the war against Ukraine, Budanov says.
Aug. 14, 2025
Putin
Putin, North Korea’s Kim Hold Phone Call Ahead of Alaska Summit
Putin and Kim spoke by phone in a “warm comradely atmosphere” and confirmed “their will to strengthen cooperation in the future,” a North Korean state media agency said on Tuesday.
Aug. 13, 2025
Putin
Putin Bans Foreign-Made Military Uniforms – Is North Korea Cut Off?
A Russian presidential decree bans the purchase of foreign-made military uniforms starting in 2026 – but what does this mean for North Korea’s uniform supplies?
Aug. 11, 2025
Russia
OPINION: Why Is North Korea Suddenly Courting Russian Tourists?
Hoping to replenish state coffers with foreign exchange reserves and offset the post-COVID decline in Chinese tour groups, the Hermit Kingdom has set its sights on holidaymakers from Russia.
Aug. 9, 2025
Russia
Putin Mulls North Korean-Levels of Web Controls for Russia
The Kremlin envisions an internet in Russia where access to most foreign services is prevented, and where locals will rely on homegrown alternatives – just how it works in North Korea.
July 30, 2025
Russia
First Direct Flight From Pyongyang Lands in Moscow
Russian diplomat Matvei Krivosheyev, who was also on board, was quoted as saying it was the first such flight in almost three decades.
July 29, 2025
Russia
Russia Starts Direct Flights to North Korea
Russia has launched direct monthly flights to North Korea, deepening military ties with Pyongyang, which has sent troops and weapons to support Moscow’s war in Ukraine.
July 27, 2025
US
North Korea’s Illicit Funds Bolster Russia’s War in Ukraine, US Says
Washington issues new sanctions, offering up to $15 million for information leading to the capture and conviction of North Korea’s sanctions evaders, now funneling cash to Pyongyang and Moscow.
July 25, 2025
Russia
North Korea Plans to Build Another 5,000-ton Destroyer
South Korea’s military has said the ship could have been developed with Russian help, possibly in exchange for deploying thousands of troops to help Moscow fight in Ukraine.
July 22, 2025
War in Ukraine
North Korea Supplied Russia with More Than 12 Million Artillery Shells – S. Korean Intel
Pyongyang sent thousands of troops to Russia’s Kursk region to fight Ukrainian forces and has also provided artillery shells and missiles to the Russian army.
July 14, 2025
War in Ukraine
North Korea’s Kim Vows ‘Full-Support’ for Kremlin in Lavrov Visit
Lavrov’s visit to North Korea was the latest trip by top Moscow officials as both countries deepen military and political ties amid Russia’s war against Ukraine.
Updated: July 13, 2025
Russia
Russia Says Foreign Minister Lavrov Met Kim Jong Un
Pyongyang reaffirmed support for Russia’s war in Ukraine.
July 12, 2025
North Korea
Lavrov in North Korea for 3-Day State Visit
The Russian foreign minister will meet North Korean officials in the coastal resort of Wonson. The two countries may discuss North Korean weapons and troops for Russia’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine.
July 11, 2025