During a meeting between Kim Jong Un and Russian Security Council Secretary Sergei Shoigu in Pyongyang, Kim expressed unwavering support for Russia's invasion of Ukraine. This comes after South Korean intelligence suggested that North Korea may have deployed troops to assist Russia's efforts. The two officials discussed various geopolitical issues and reaffirmed their commitment to a mutual defense treaty between North Korea and Russia. Shoigu conveyed a message from President Putin, showing appreciation for North Korea's solidarity on critical issues, especially regarding Ukraine.
Kim said his government would "invariably support Russia in the struggle for defending their national sovereignty, territorial integrity and security interests."
Shoigu expressed gratitude for North Korea's "solidarity with Russia's position on all critical geopolitical issues, particularly on the Ukrainian issue."
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