Putin lauds ‘heroism’ of North Koreans in liberating Kursk, Pyongyang says
Summary
Russian President Vladimir Putin praised North Korean soldiers for retaking the Kursk region from Ukrainian forces during a call with North Korea's leader, Kim Jong Un. Kim expressed gratitude and reiterated support for Russia, while the two leaders discussed future cooperation. The call comes before Putin's planned meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump to discuss the Ukraine conflict.Key Facts
- Putin thanked North Korean soldiers for their role in retaking Kursk from Ukraine.
- North Korean state media reported the call between Putin and Kim Jong Un.
- Kim Jong Un thanked Putin and promised support for Russia's future actions.
- The two leaders discussed issues of mutual concern and closer future contact.
- Putin is scheduled to meet U.S. President Trump to talk about ending the Ukraine war.
- North Korea has sent and plans to send more troops to support Russia in Ukraine.
- Putin earlier announced Russia's recapture of Kursk, but Ukraine contested this claim.
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