Vladimir Trifonov in front of FACTS: North Korea clearly expressed its support for Russia in the conflict with Ukraine (

24 year hiatus… This is one of the most characteristic things about Vladimir Putin's visit to North Korea. So far, Russia has adhered to international sanctions against North Korea and has not “stumbled” through its veto power in the UN. But now a very significant document has been signed. North Korea clearly supports the “military operation” of Russia in Ukraine! Relations between the two countries began a new phase last year when Lavrov visited, but no agreements were reached then. And now, after the West has sanctioned Russia once again, Putin has gone to Pyongyang. It's just that Russia is now looking to create new partnerships in this tough international environment. Moscow may change the tactics it has been sticking to. Russia was balancing in international relations, but gradually increasing open support for Ukraine from the US and the West is definitely changing the situation. This was announced to Lili Marinkova in the studio "FACTS". and the show “Conversation“ the international analyst Dr. Vladimir Trifonov.

“Until now, Russia has only responded with verbal warnings, but they have not been backed up by action. The visit to North Korea is a response to this self-confidence in the West, which plans to increase its support for Ukraine after a decision was recently taken on a new 50 billion euros in aid. And these are part of the confiscated Russian assets in Western banks. A few days ago, Putin made his latest proposal for peace in Ukraine, and it was rejected. Putin now realizes that, no matter how hard he tries, he will have to seek and strengthen partnerships with countries outside the West. What makes an impression. Before North Korea, Putin visited Belarus, then China – one of the most important partners, visited Uzbekistan - a key country for Central Asia, and is now in Vietnam“, added the guest.

“An agreement was signed in North Korea, which is impressive. It is a treaty that provides for military cooperation and mutual assistance between the two countries if one of them is attacked. Actions are absolutely equal in this arrangement. If a country decides to leave it, it must give a year's notice. Apart from the military sphere, the two countries will cooperate in the economy, culture, national security. Kim Jong Un is the first world leader to clearly and openly support the “special military operation” in Ukraine. Even countries closest to Russia – like Berlarus and Iran, did not use such wording, but pursued a policy of neutrality - not condemning, but not taking sides. And North Korea has clearly expressed its support for Russia in the conflict with Ukraine”, the guest also said.

See more from the conversation in the VIDEO.