North Korean leader Kim Jong Un met with Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu to discuss military issues and the regional security environment, according to a report by Latimes.com. The North Korean festivities included a military parade in the capital city, where Kim potentially showcased his most powerful, nuclear-capable missiles. North Korea’s Nuclear ProgramThe collapse of diplomacy between North Korea and the U.S. led to an escalation in Kim’s development of nuclear weapons. Key TakeawayNorth Korean leader Kim Jong Un met with Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu to discuss military issues and regional security. Facts about the Korean WarThe Korean War began in June 1950 with a surprise attack by North Korea on South Korea .

Source: Los Angeles Times July 27, 2023 22:26 UTC