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North Korea promises "unwavering" support to Russia in "sacred war" against Ukraine

RTP Notícias15 September 2026 at 06:40

The North Korean leader, Kim Jong Un, reaffirmed his "unwavering" support for Russia in the "sacred war" against Ukraine, through a letter sent to Russian President Vladimir Putin.

The letter was released by Pyongyang's official media, in which Kim Jong Un expressed his commitment to the alliance between the two countries in the context of the conflict.

Why this matters

This article directly affects readers in Eastern Europe and the Korean Peninsula, as it documents the deepening of the alliance between two regimes that challenge the international order. The promise of North Korean support for the Russian campaign in Ukraine may mean more weapons, more troops or more diplomatic cooperation for Moscow, while increasing geopolitical tensions in the region. WHY: This article is relevant for readers in the region because it documents the deepening of an alliance that may have direct consequences for European and Asian security. Pyongyang's declared support for Moscow may translate into more weapons or troops for the conflict in Ukraine, directly affecting global geopolitical stability.

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