Inside Putin's phone call with Kim Jong Un
The call took place ahead of Putin's scheduled summit with Donald Trump in Alaska, where a ceasefire in Ukraine is expected to be discussed.
During the conversation, Putin reportedly shared 'information in the context of the upcoming talks' with Donald Trump, though North Korea's statement did not mention this.
Putin commended North Korea's support for Russia and praised the "bravery and heroism" of North Korean soldiers deployed to the Kursk region in Ukraine.
North Korea has provided significant military support to Russia, including troops and equipment, and is expected to send more construction workers and deminers to Kursk.
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