North Korea's Kim Visits Russian Embassy, Signals Closer Moscow Ties

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un made a rare visit to the Russian embassy in Pyongyang on Victory Day to commemorate the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany and reaffirm the strong alliance between North Korea and Russia. During the visit, Kim emphasized the commitment to deepen DPRK-Russia relations, describing the alliance as invincible and rooted in a noble ideological foundation. North Korea has supported Russia's military efforts in Ukraine by deploying thousands of troops and supplying artillery and missiles, with reports indicating around 600 North Korean soldiers have died in the conflict. In return, Russia is believed to have provided North Korea with technological assistance in satellite, drone, and missile technology, despite official denials of weapons trade between the two nations. The event also highlighted the broader geopolitical cooperation among Russia, North Korea, and China, with North Korean soldiers attending Russia's Victory Day parade in Moscow alongside Chinese participants. Kim's visit and statements underscore the evolving strategic partnership between two politically and economically isolated countries amid ongoing conflict and international tensions.