Russian defense minister visits North Korea to meet with military and political leaders

7:28 am, November 29, 2024

Russian Defense Minister Andrey Belousov has arrived for an unannounced visit to North Korea for meetings with the country’s military and political leadership, according to the ministry.

The Russian delegation was greeted at the airport by representatives of the North Korean army and Defense Minister No Kwang Chol.

The Russian authorities have not provided further details about the visit.

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