Putin Praises North Korea in New Year Message

Russian President Vladimir Putin sent a special New Year message to North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.

In his message, Putin said that 2025 is a special year for the relationship between Russia and North Korea.

He praised the friendship between the two countries and the bravery of North Korean soldiers fighting in Russia's western Kursk region.

Putin also expressed his confidence that the countries will continue to work closely together in politics, the military, and the economy.

This message shows that Russia and North Korea are becoming closer allies, especially as both countries face challenges from other nations.

Meanwhile, Kim Jong Un visited a nuclear submarine factory and vowed to counter South Korea's development of nuclear-powered submarines.

He also oversaw the test launch of new high-altitude long-range anti-air missiles.

The message was reported by North Korean state media on December 25.