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Putin and Kim Strengthen Military Ties Amid Troop Deployments
8/15/2025
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- Kim Jong Un and Vladimir Putin agreed to strengthen military cooperation, acknowledging North Korean troops' role in Ukraine.
- Putin's letter celebrated Korea's liberation anniversary, emphasizing historical and current ties.
- North Korea has allegedly deployed over 15,000 troops to Russia, with notable casualties.
- Putin updated Kim on forthcoming discussions with U.S. President Donald Trump.
