SEOUL, South Korea — North Korean leader Kim Jong Un met with Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu to discuss military issues and the regional security environment, state media said Thursday. North Korea Celebrates with Military ParadeThe North Korean festivities were to be highlighted by a military parade Thursday evening in the capital, Pyongyang. During the meeting, Shoigu conveyed to Kim a “warm and good letter” signed by Russian President Vladimir Putin, KCNA said. ConclusionThe meeting between North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu highlights the support of North Korea for Russia’s war in Ukraine. Key TakeawayNorth Korean leader Kim Jong Un met with Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu to discuss military issues and regional security.

Source: ABC News July 28, 2023 04:40 UTC