Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:02am on 19 Jun 2024,Wednesday International
Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un signed a mutual defense agreement in Pyongyang. Kim promised "full support" to Russia regarding Ukraine. The agreement includes mutual assistance in case of aggression against either country. Putin's visit marks his first in 24 years, signaling closer ties amid global sanctions. The U.S. and allies fear North Korea may supply Russia with weapons for its Ukraine war. Putin and Kim condemned Western "blackmail" and called for a review of UN sanctions on North Korea. Putin invited Kim to visit Moscow, further cementing their alliance.
