Russian President Vladimir Putin has met with North Korea’s foreign minister in another sign of active diplomacy between Moscow and Pyongyang. During the meeting, Putin expressed gratitude for North Korea’s support for Russia’s war in Ukraine, according to the report.
The talks mark the latest high-level contact between the two countries as their relationship draws increased international attention. The meeting suggests both sides are continuing to maintain close political engagement amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
Putin’s remarks highlighted how North Korea has aligned itself with Russia’s position on the war. That public show of support adds to wider scrutiny of the growing relationship between the two governments and its possible implications for regional and global security.
While only limited details were immediately available, the encounter reflects a broader pattern of intensified exchanges between Russian and North Korean officials. It also reinforces the importance both countries appear to place on their expanding diplomatic ties.
