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North Korea Strengthens Ties with Russia Amid U.S. Turmoil

3/3/2025

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North Korea is bolstering its military presence in Russia, as revealed by South Korea's intelligence. In a separate development, President Trump voiced his backing for Ukraine, yet stopped short of providing security assurances. Additionally, the Pentagon is set to exclude transgender troops, while a judge intervened to halt mass firings of probationary federal employees.

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North Korea is bolstering its military presence in Russia, as revealed by South Korea's intelligence. In a separate development, President Trump voiced his backing for Ukraine, yet stopped short of providing security assurances. Additionally, the Pentagon is set to exclude transgender troops, while a judge intervened to halt mass firings of probationary federal employees.