Moscow and Pyongyang have reportedly discussed bilateral ties and the security situation on the Korean Peninsula
Russian President Vladimir Putin has hosted North Korean Foreign Minister Choe Son-hui at the Kremlin, following talks between the countries’ top diplomats on boosting bilateral ties and cooperation earlier on Tuesday.
“The politics of the US and their regional satellites to create threats to North Korea’s security doesn’t contribute to progressing in a positive direction. We will continue to call for the cessation of any steps that lead to the escalation of tensions.”, Russian diplomat Lavrov stated that.
During Choe’s visit to Russia comes amid resurging political strain on the Korean Peninsula in recent weeks, following joint military exercises conducted by South Korea and the US. North Korea slammed the drills as a threat to national security.
Source: TR, January 17, 2024
