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Russia and North Korea deepen alliance with new direct road link

Moscow and Pyongyang are finalizing construction of their first direct road link, while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says the Kremlin plans to bring another 30,000 North Korean troops to fight in Ukraine. The development points to deepening military cooperation between the two countries.

A military transport convoy moving along a road under overcast skies
A military transport convoy moving along a road under overcast skiesPhoto: Niels Schraepen / Pexels
El País English2 h ago

Russia and North Korea announced they are finalizing construction of their first direct road link, part of an effort to strengthen logistical and trade ties between the two countries.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said the Kremlin plans to send another 30,000 North Korean troops to support the war effort in Ukraine. If confirmed, the move would mark a significant increase in North Korea's military contribution to the conflict.

Western governments are closely monitoring the deepening military cooperation between Russia and North Korea. Analysts say the new road link could make the partnership more durable by expanding logistical support capacity.

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