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N. Korea touts 'invincible' comradeship with Russia at diplomatic event

North Korea has reaffirmed its commitment to deepening relations with Russia at a diplomatic event, calling its ties with Moscow an "invincible" comradeship, Pyongyang's state media reported Monday. The North Korean Embassy in Russia hosted a reception marking the 78th anniversary of forming diplomatic relations between the two nations last Tuesday, the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) said. The…

N. Korea touts 'invincible' comradeship with Russia at diplomatic event

North Korea has highlighted its strong ties with Russia, describing the relationship as an "invincible comradeship" during a recent diplomatic event. The North Korean Embassy in Russia hosted a reception to commemorate the 78th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two nations, attended by Russian Minister of Natural Resources Alexander Kozlov and other officials.

North Korean Ambassador Sin Hong-chol emphasized the depth of the bilateral ties, stating that they have reached unprecedented levels through the "most truthful" relations between North Korean leader Kim Jong-un and Russian President Vladimir Putin. The meeting between the two leaders in 2024 has reportedly upgraded the relationship into a comprehensive strategic partnership, positioning it as "invincible comradely-in-arms" relations.

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