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Kim Jong Un Backs Russia's War in Ukraine, Criticizes West, Sends 11,000 Soldiers

Nov 30, 2024, 03:30 AM

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has pledged unwavering support for Russia's military actions in Ukraine during a meeting with Russian Defense Minister Andrei Belousov in Pyongyang. Kim criticized the use of long-range weapons by Ukraine, attributing it to direct military intervention by the US and the West, and stated that Russia has the right to defend itself. He also expressed North Korea's commitment to supporting Russia's policy of defending its sovereignty and territory, indicating a deepening of military ties between the two nations. North Korea has reportedly sent around 11,000 soldiers to fight alongside Russian troops in Ukraine.