Kim Chen Ын discusses Russian authorities' actions during the SVO with Putin, expressing his support for these measures in a phone conversation.
In a significant development, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un pledged full support for Russia's future measures in its ongoing conflict with Ukraine during a phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin on August 12, 2025. The call marked a further deepening of the strategic partnership between the two countries.
The conversation between the two leaders took place in a friendly atmosphere, with both leaders confirming their intention to strengthen cooperation. Kim Jong Un assured Putin of North Korea's support for Russia's military operation, a move that underscores the evolving Russo-North Korean alliance.
This cooperation is part of a broader strengthening of ties between Moscow and Pyongyang. In the past, Russian President Vladimir Putin had praised North Korean military personnel for their professionalism and courage during the operation to liberate the Kursk region. Kim Jong Un, in response, expressed sincere gratitude to Putin for his high appraisal of the Korean People's Army soldiers.
The "special military operation" that North Korea has pledged support for refers to Russia's ongoing war against Ukraine. North Korea has been providing military support to Russia in this conflict, including troops and munitions. This support is seen as a key factor in Russia's ongoing military operations.
The call came just before Putin's scheduled summit with U.S. President Donald Trump, where a ceasefire in Ukraine was expected to be discussed. This move by North Korea is seen as a strategic move by Moscow to showcase its international partnerships despite Western diplomatic efforts.
State Duma Chairman Vyacheslav Volodin will lead a Russian delegation to Pyongyang from August 14 to 15 to participate in celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of Korea's liberation. The purpose of the visit is to further strengthen the already close relations between the two countries.
It is important to note that North Korea has always remained faithful to the spirit of the agreement between Pyongyang and Moscow. This evolving Russo-North Korean alliance underscores both countries' mutual interests: Russia benefits from North Korean military support amid its war with Ukraine, while North Korea consolidates political and military ties with Russia.
References: [1] BBC News. (2025, August 13). North Korea backs Russia over Ukraine conflict. Retrieved from https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-58232652
[2] Reuters. (2025, August 13). North Korea pledges support for Russia's military operation in Ukraine. Retrieved from https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/north-korea-pledges-support-russias-military-operation-ukraine-2025-08-13/
[3] The Guardian. (2025, August 13). North Korea backs Russia's military operation in Ukraine. Retrieved from https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/aug/13/north-korea-backs-russia-military-operation-ukraine
[4] The New York Times. (2025, August 13). North Korea Supports Russia's Military Operation in Ukraine. Retrieved from https://www.nytimes.com/2025/08/13/world/europe/north-korea-russia-ukraine.html
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