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Kim Jong-un’s chair was ‘greatest concern’ at Putin summit

The North Koreans didn’t leave any chances when it came to the comfort and safety of their leader

The Independent UK

South Korea expresses 'concern and regret' over military cooperation talks between Kim and Putin

South Korea has expressed “deep concern and regret” over a meeting between North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Russian President Vladimir Putin that was apparently focused on expanding military cooperation as the two isolated, nuclear-armed leaders vowed to support each other in their escalating confrontations with the United States

The Independent UK

Isolated Putin and Kim lay groundwork for second summit – as pair warned over ‘price to pay’ for cooperation

US threatens additional sanctions on North Korea and Russia in case of an arms deal – while South Korea also warns of consequences

The Independent UK

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North Korea set to end years-long sporting isolation at Asian Games

North Korea to end 3-yr isolation, 191 athletes to compete in Asian Games in Hangzhou, China. Kim Jong Un, avid sports fan, is said to be an ally of China, main economic benefactor. NK traditionally strong in weightlifting, punished for doping in sport. 12,200 competitors in total, Games end Oct…

The Hindu

Vladimir Putin accepts Kim Jong Un invitation to North Korea

Kim is continuing his tour of eastern Russia after his summit with Putin at the Vostochny Cosmodrome.

Al Jazeera

🔴 Live: Ukraine orders civilian evacuation in under-fire areas in Kherson region

Ukrainian officials on Thursday ordered the evacuation of families with children in areas of the southern Kherson region that are “subject to constant enemy fire”, Governor Oleksandr Prokudin said. Follow our liveblog for the latest developments on the war in Ukraine. All times are Paris time (GMT+2).

France 24

Kim Jong-un invites Putin to North Korea after summit brings ties to ‘a new level’

North Korean media report that Kim was briefed on space vehicles during his meetings in Russia, though no specific detail of any deal has emerged

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Kim Jong Un’s support for Russia sparks warnings from the West

US says it ‘won’t hesitate’ to impose more sanctions on Russia and North Korea if they conclude any new arms deal.

Al Jazeera

US has little leverage against Russia-North Korea cooperation, experts say

Washington could impose more sanctions, but analysts say penalties are unlikely to halt Moscow-Pyongyang alliance.

Al Jazeera

‘Nothing left to lose’: Putin embraces role of spoiler with Kim Jong-un summit

Russia’s propagandists trumpeted the president’s North Korean connection as, in isolation, he threatened to cross a serious line

The Guardian - UK

OPINION - What will come of the Russia-North Korea talks?: The Leader podcast

Vladimir Putin has met North Korean leader Kim Jong Un at the Vostochny Cosmodrome, a satellite launch facility in Russia's far east, for talks on, in Putin’s words, ‘all topics’.

Evening Standard

Kim Jong Un vows full support for Russia as Putin pledges space tech for North Korea

In a summit in Russia, President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un showed how geopolitical tensions have brought the two neighbors isolated by the West into closer alignment.

WEKU

Kim Jong Un's trip to Russia provides window into unique North Korean and Russian media coverage

The world is largely relying on North Korean and Russian media for information about the unusual train journey of leader Kim Jong Un to meet with President Vladimir Putin at a space facility

The Independent UK

Putin’s meeting with Kim is sign of Kremlin’s isolation, claims No 10

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has vowed support for Russia’s ‘just fight’ in Ukraine during a summit with President Vladimir Putin.

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Talks between North Korea’s Kim and Putin end in Russia: What did they say?

The pair were expected to discuss arms deals as the Ukraine war rages. Their public comments signal deep ties.

Evening Standard

Why is Kim Jong Un in Russia and why does he travel by bulletproof train?

Kim Jong Un’s train reportedly features pink leather armchairs and fresh lobster on demand

Evening Standard

OPINION - The Standard View: Putin, Kim and the pursuit of human misery

Two pariahs, shaking hands and trading deadly technologies in the pursuit of human misery. It is a measure of how desperate Vladimir Putin has grown that he is today meeting Kim Jong-un in Russia’s far east, scrounging around for arms in return for which he could help to develop North…

The Independent UK

Isolated Putin and Kim posture over ‘sacred fight’ with West as they talk arms for Moscow’s war machine

Between bombastic language and a long handshake, Putin offers support to North Korea to build military satellites

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First Thing: Kim Jong-un pledges to support Russia ‘in fight against imperialism’

North Korea’s ‘first priority’ is its relationship with Russia, Kim tells Putin during meeting at remote Russian space base. Plus, why is the US addicted to laxatives?

The Independent UK

Live updates: North Korean leader offers his country's support to Russia amid its war in Ukraine

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has told Russian President Vladimir Putin that his country offers its “full and unconditional support” for Russia’s “sacred fight” to defend its security interests, an apparent reference to the war in Ukraine

WEKU

North Korea's Kim vows full support for Russia's 'sacred fight' after meeting Putin

The leaders met at Russia's Vostochny Cosmodrome for a summit that underscores how their interests are aligning in the face of their countries' separate, intensifying confrontations with the U.S.

The Independent UK

How Kim's meeting with Putin at Russian spaceport may hint at his space and weapons ambitions

Ending a global guessing game on when and where they would meet, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Russian President Vladimir Putin convened at a rocket launch facility in Siberia

The Independent UK

Kim Jong Un's train travel has a storied history. His father and grandfather did the same thing

North Korea’s Kim Jong Un's train journey to Russia has a storified history

Evening Standard

UK slams Putin-Kim meeting amid fears of Russian escalation in Ukraine

No10 says any arms deal would violate UN resolutions backed by Moscow

The Guardian - UK

Vostochny cosmodrome: the remote Russian spaceport hosting Kim and Putin

Leaders meet at far-eastern base, which most recently hosted ill-fated launch of Luna-25 spacecraft

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