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North Korean Leader Kim Jong-un Inspects Russian Military Assets

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un inspected Russian military assets at Knevichi airfield near Vladivostok, including nuclear-capable strategic bombers (Tu-160, Tu-95, Tu-22M3), hypersonic missiles (Kinzhal), and the frigate Marshal Shaposhnikov. He was welcomed by Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu. The visit raised concerns in the US and South Korea about potential sensitive technology transfers. Kim also attended a ballet performance. The visit was described as 'very intense' by Russia's ambassador Alexander Matsegora.

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North Korean leader Kim Jong-un inspected Russian military assets at Knevichi airfield near Vladivostok, including nuclear-capable strategic bombers (Tu-160, Tu-95, Tu-22M3), hypersonic missiles (Kinzhal), and the frigate Marshal Shaposhnikov. He was welcomed by Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu. The visit raised concerns in the US and South Korea about potential sensitive technology transfers. Kim also attended a ballet performance. The visit was described as 'very intense' by Russia's ambassador Alexander Matsegora.

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