North Korean President Kim Jong-Un plans to travel to Russia this month. According to the American newspaper The New York Times, The aim is to meet with Vladimir Putin, the Russian president, to discuss the possibility of Pyongyang supplying Moscow with weapons that could be used in the war in Ukraine. A North Korean delegation has already traveled to Russia to prepare for Kim’s visit.
The information is put forward by the newspaper, citing sources in the United States and allies.
O New York Times mentions that Kim Jong-Un will likely embark on an armored train for the journey, destined for the city of Vladivostok, on Russia’s eastern coast. The same sources also indicate that there is a possibility that Kim Jong-Un will go to Moscow, but this will not be a certainty for the time being.
According to the newspaper, “Putin wants Kim to agree to send anti-tank missiles and artillery batteries. And Kim would like Russia to provide North Korea with high-quality technology for satellites and nuclear submarines.” Kim is also seeking food aid for his impoverished country New York Times.
Source: DN
