North Korea–Russia relations

Russian President Vladimir Putin, right, and North Korea's leader Kim Jong-un shake hands during their meeting in Vladivostok, Russia on April 25, 2019.

North Korea-Russia relations are warming up amid war in Ukraine

Ukraine

Russia’s relationship with North Korea goes back decades. Now, there are reports that Russia is getting military assistance from North Korea amid the war in Ukraine. Yet, both governments deny it. 

Skepticism Over Food Aid to North Korea

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The World

In three-day trip, U.S. envoy pressed North Korea to give up nuclear program

Global Politics