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Kim Jong Un Honors Late Russian Ambassador, Strengthens Ties

12/11/2025

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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un visited the Russian embassy in Pyongyang on December 10 to offer condolences for Russian ambassador Alexander Matsegora, who died at age 70.
The visit, reported by state media on December 11, underscores ties since the Ukraine conflict began.
Kim laid flowers and observed a moment of silence, with Pak Jong Chon, the military leader, attending.
Matsegora had served as ambassador since 2014, fostering closer relations between the two nations.

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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un visited the Russian embassy in Pyongyang on December 10 to offer condolences for Russian ambassador Alexander Matsegora, who died at age 70.
The visit, reported by state media on December 11, underscores ties since the Ukraine conflict began.
Kim laid flowers and observed a moment of silence, with Pak Jong Chon, the military leader, attending.
Matsegora had served as ambassador since 2014, fostering closer relations between the two nations.