In a move reflecting military cooperation between Moscow and Pyongyang, Russian Defense Minister Andrei Belousov awarded courage medals to soldiers of the Korean People's Army during an official visit to North Korea's capital. This ceremony honored those who displayed heroism during the liberation of the Kursk region.
The South Korean military reported that North Korea fired at least two projectiles into the sea on Wednesday, following a similar launch from Pyongyang just hours earlier. These developments come at a sensitive time for the region.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un made an unusual visit to a pet store in Pyongyang, where he interacted with puppies and kittens. This visit comes at a sensitive time for the country, raising questions about the messages Kim aims to convey.
During an official visit to Pyongyang, Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko affirmed that North Korea is on the brink of a great future. This statement came during discussions with the country's leader, Kim Jong Un, amid a notable rapprochement between Belarus and North Korea.