Seoul, South Korea — In a meeting at a remote Russian space launch facility, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un expressed his country’s unwavering support for Russia in its battle to protect its security interests, particularly in Ukraine. Kim emphasized that North Korea will always stand with Russia on the “anti-imperialist” front, making their relationship a top priority.
The meeting between the two leaders, held in Siberia, highlighted how their interests align in the face of their respective confrontations with the United States. The summit lasted for approximately four to five hours, with discussions covering economic cooperation, humanitarian issues, and the regional situation.
Notably, North Korea test-fired two ballistic missiles into the sea just hours before the meeting. This provocative move, combined with Putin’s war in Ukraine, has accelerated North Korea’s weapons development. South Korea strongly condemned these missile launches, labeling them as a violation of UN Security Council resolutions.
It is believed that Kim sought Russian technical assistance in developing military reconnaissance satellites to enhance the threat posed by his nuclear-capable missiles. Recent attempts by North Korea to launch military spy satellites have been unsuccessful. The presence of North Korean officials linked to the acquisition of spy satellites and nuclear-capable ballistic missile submarines further supports this notion.
During their meeting, Putin indicated that Russia is open to assisting North Korea in rocket technology, given their keen interest in space development. The leaders did not rush into military cooperation, but agreed to discuss all relevant issues over time.
There is concern that North Korea may seek advanced technology, such as nuclear-powered submarines and satellites, from Russia in exchange for weapons and ammunition to support Putin’s war in Ukraine. However, North Korea’s needs extend beyond technological advancements. After years of isolation and economic sanctions, North Korea is seeking allies, humanitarian aid, and financial support.
Russia, on the other hand, sees the meeting with Kim as an opportunity to replenish its ammunition stores depleted by the ongoing war in Ukraine. Analysts suggest that North Korea possesses millions of aging artillery shells and rockets based on Soviet designs, which could greatly benefit the Russian army.
While an arms deal between Russia and North Korea would violate international sanctions, there have been accusations of North Korea providing arms to Russia, including artillery shells sold to the Russian mercenary group Wagner. Both countries have denied these claims.
While Russia supported international sanctions against North Korea in the past, it is important for UN member states to adhere to these sanctions and refrain from engaging in illegal arms trade or military cooperation that undermines global peace and stability.
Overall, the meeting between Kim Jong Un and Vladimir Putin has sparked speculation about their military cooperation and the potential for an arms deal. As the situation continues to unfold, it is crucial to closely monitor developments and ensure that international sanctions remain intact.
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