Kim Jong Un Affirms Unbroken Military Alliance With Russia Amid Ukraine War

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un reaffirmed the enduring military alliance between North Korea and Russia during a groundbreaking ceremony for a new museum honoring North Korean soldiers who fought alongside Russian troops in the Kursk region amid the ongoing war in Ukraine. Kim emphasized that the brotherhood forged through shared sacrifice would continue to strengthen, undeterred by external challenges such as "domination and tyranny." The museum, described as the first of its kind in North Korea, includes a cemetery, memorial hall, and monument dedicated to those who served in overseas combat operations. Intelligence estimates suggest that North Korea has deployed thousands of troops to support Russia, with significant casualties reported. The event coincided with the recent ratification of a mutual defense pact between Kim and Russian President Vladimir Putin, signaling deepening military cooperation between the two countries. This development has raised international concerns regarding the expansion of North Korea-Russia military ties amid the wider conflict in Ukraine.