North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has wrapped up his six-day tour of Russia, triggering global concerns about weapon transfer deals between countries. Before heading home, leader Kim Jong Un was shown military equipment used in the war against Ukraine. He also received five explosive drones and a bulletproof vest as a farewell gift from one of Russia's top regional governors. Talks between Kim and Vladimir Putin are deepening fears amongst Western nations about stronger ties between both countries. Kim began his journey back to North Korea onboard his armoured train from the Primorye region in Russia’s far east, completing his first overseas trip in more than four years.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has wrapped up his six-day tour of Russia, triggering global concerns about weapon transfer deals between countries.
Before heading home, leader Kim Jong Un was shown military equipment used in the war against Ukraine. He also received five explosive drones and a bulletproof vest as a farewell gift from one of Russia's top regional governors. Talks between Kim and Vladimir Putin are deepening fears amongst Western nations about stronger ties between both countries.
Kim began his journey back to North Korea onboard his armoured train from the Primorye region in Russia’s far east, completing his first overseas trip in more than four years.
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