Russia and North Korea open the first road across their shared border

Relations between the neighbours have strengthened since the start of the Ukraine war.

Relations between Russia and North Korea have been flourishing, with North Korea supplying ammunition and troops to support Russia's war against Ukraine in return for economic and military assistance.

The opening on Monday came as Russia and North Korea have heavily boosted military and economic ties since Moscow launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022.

Russia and North Korea have opened their first road bridge across their shared border, linking the two countries over the Tumen River.

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