Russian President Vladimir Putin held a conversation with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un over the phone
In a confidential phone conversation, Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un discussed a range of topics, including Putin's upcoming talks with U.S. President Donald Trump and the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war.
The Kremlin press service reported the phone conversation, although details about the contents of their discussion remained undisclosed. What is known, however, is that Putin shared information about his planned meeting with Trump, scheduled to take place in Alaska to discuss potential solutions to the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Both leaders spoke in a "warm, comradely atmosphere," reaffirming their intentions to strengthen cooperation between Russia and North Korea. Kim Jong Un pledged North Korea's support for Russia's future measures, though the specific details of these measures were not disclosed.
Putin expressed appreciation for North Korea's support, particularly highlighting the "courage, heroism, and dedication" shown by North Korean soldiers in the context of Russia's recent military activities. Notably, North Korea's state media, KCNA, did not mention the Alaska meeting in its report on the phone call.
Both Putin and Kim Jong Un also reaffirmed their commitment to further developing cooperation within the framework of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Agreement, which was signed on June 19, 2024, in Pyongyang. The leaders agreed on further contacts regarding the development of cooperation, but the specific areas of focus were not disclosed.
The conversation between Putin and Kim Jong Un highlights both leaders' commitment to enhancing ties and their strategic alignment on certain international issues, such as the Ukraine conflict. The public acknowledgment of the call by both sides suggests an effort to showcase their partnership to domestic and international audiences.
However, the phone conversation did not reveal any new information about the upcoming talks with U.S. President Donald Trump. The exact timing and location of the call were also not disclosed.
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