Shoigu Visits North Korea Amid Ukraine Conflict

Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu visited North Korea to meet with Kim Jong Un and express gratitude for North Korea's support in the Ukraine conflict. North Korea has reportedly provided Russia with weapons and sent thousands of troops to aid in the war, prompting discussions of increased cooperation between the two nations. Shoigu's visit follows high-level diplomatic exchanges between Russia and North Korea, including mutual defense agreements and potential economic collaborations. Neither country has officially confirmed North Korean troop involvement in Ukraine. Meanwhile, North Korea has been conducting weapons tests, coinciding with US-South Korea military exercises, further escalating regional tensions. Analysts suggest that North Korea seeks to enhance its strategic partnership with Russia to secure benefits before the conflict concludes.