Would you like to receive notifications on latest updates of the following headlines?

Us Says North Korea Set For Arms Talk With Russia

POSTED ON December 1, 2023 •   GLOBAL NEWS      BY Segun Adewole
The United States has stated that there will be a rare meeting between North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Russian President Vladimir Putin. This anticipated summit, if realized, is likely to delve into discussions regarding the supply of arms for Moscow's ongoing military engagement in Ukraine. As Ukraine continues its closely watched counteroffensive in the southern and eastern regions, President Putin labeled the efforts as a failure on Monday, underscoring Moscow's interest in securing additional military support to reinforce its forces. On Tuesday, the Kremlin responded to the reports by stating its inability to confirm the Putin-Kim summit. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov remarked, "We have nothing to say on this." Adrienne Watson, the spokeswoman for the White House's National Security Council (NSC), commented on the ongoing arms negotiations between Russia and North Korea, revealing that "arms negotiations between Russia and the DPRK are actively advancing." She further stated, "We have information that Kim Jong Un expects these discussions to continue, to include leader-level diplomatic engagement in Russia." The United States had previously issued a warning regarding secret talks between Russia and North Korea for the acquisition of various munitions and supplies for Russia's war effort. Reports suggest that Kim Jong Un is likely to travel to Vladivostok later this month, possibly by armored train, to meet with President Putin. Vladivostok is situated on Russia's Pacific coast, not far from North Korea, and is set to host the Eastern Economic Forum from September 10–13. According to sources, Putin is seeking artillery shells and antitank missiles from North Korea, while Kim is reportedly interested in acquiring advanced technology for satellites and nuclear-powered submarines, as well as food aid for his impoverished nation. An official from Seoul's unification ministry emphasized that any cooperation between North Korea and neighboring countries should adhere to international norms and promote peace. The United States recently alleged that North Korea supplied infantry rockets and missiles to Russia in 2022 for use by the privately controlled Wagner military group. Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu visited North Korea in July to explore additional munitions procurement for the ongoing war. Experts suggest that a summit between North Korea and Russia could be a means for both nations to break away from diplomatic isolation and send a message to Washington, which has been enhancing defense cooperation with South Korea and Japan. At the United Nations, the United States, Britain, South Korea, and Japan raised concerns that increased cooperation between Russia and North Korea would violate Security Council resolutions prohibiting arms deals with Pyongyang, resolutions that Russia itself had endorsed. Reports also indicated that another group of Russian officials held follow-up talks with North Korea after Shoigu's visit. Despite sanctions and international restrictions, some experts believe that Russia and North Korea may continue to engage in weapons trading, especially given the current geopolitical landscape marked by the war in Ukraine and heightened U.S.-China strategic competition. The United States recently imposed sanctions on three entities linked to facilitating arms deals between North Korea and Russia, as part of its efforts to tighten restrictions on support for Moscow's Ukraine war. While Ukraine has claimed some progress in its counteroffensive, President Putin reiterated on Monday that the attempt to regain territory lost since Russia's February 2022 invasion has been unsuccessful. Amidst these developments, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky made a visit to the war-torn eastern Donetsk region, posting a video of himself meeting with soldiers on the frontline, underscoring the ongoing challenges faced by Ukraine.
READ ALSO
FG Acts to Rescue Stranded Nigerian Workers in Central African Republic
BY Abiodun Saheed Omodara July 25, 2025 0

The Federal Government has initiated actions to rescue and repatriate a group of Nigerian workers wh...

READ ALSO
Nigerian Lawmakers Demand Reversal of U.S. Visa Policy Changes Amid Concerns Over Economic Impact
BY Abiodun Saheed Omodara July 22, 2025 0

The House of Representatives on Tuesday urged the U.S. government to reinstate the five-year multipl...

READ ALSO
USCIS Unveils New Immigration Fee Schedule Effective July 22, 2025
BY Abiodun Saheed Omodara July 22, 2025 0

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has revealed an updated schedule of i...

READ ALSO
Western Nations Urge Immediate Cessation of Hostilities in Gaza Amid Escalating Conflict
BY Abiodun Saheed Omodara July 21, 2025 0

Over two dozen Western nations demanded an immediate cessation of hostilities in Gaza on Monday, hig...

READ ALSO
Burkina Faso's Junta Dissolves Electoral Commission to Cut Costs, Boost Sovereignty
BY Abiodun Saheed Omodara July 18, 2025 0

The military government of Burkina Faso has abolished the Independent National Electoral Commission,...

READ ALSO
NLC Decries Nigeria's Poor Labor Rights Record as National Disgrace
BY Abiodun Saheed Omodara July 17, 2025 0

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has expressed its worries about the nation's inadequate performanc...

READ ALSO
Israeli Strike Hits Catholic Church in Gaza, Killing Two Civilians
BY Abiodun Saheed Omodara July 17, 2025 0

An Israeli airstrike on Gaza's sole Catholic Church resulted in the deaths of two individuals on Thu...

READ ALSO
FG Denies Emergence of New Terrorist Groups Amid Turkish Warnings
BY Abiodun Saheed Omodara July 17, 2025 0

The Federal Government On Wednesday, stated that no new terrorist groups have emerged in the country...

OUR CHANNELS:

PDP Shifts National Convention to November, Picks Ibadan Amid Internal Power Struggle
BY Abiodun Saheed Omodara July 25, 2025 0

Abuja, Nigeria  – The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has announced the postpo...


APC Appoints Yilwatda Nentawe as Chairman, Declares 2027 a ‘Done Deal
BY Abiodun Saheed Omodara July 25, 2025 0

Abuja, Nigeria – The National Executive Committee (NEC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC)...


Osun APC, PDP Clash Over Governor Adeleke's Failed Defection Attempt
BY Abiodun Saheed Omodara July 25, 2025 0

The Osun State branches of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the People’s Democratic Par...


Court Reinstates Benue CJ, Criticizes Alia
BY Abiodun Saheed Omodara July 25, 2025 0

The National Industrial Court in Abuja, on Wednesday, ruled that the Benue State House of Assembly's...


LASG Announces Five Major Road Projects in Alimosho to Be Completed by 2025
BY Abiodun Saheed Omodara July 25, 2025 0

The Lagos State Government has revealed that five significant road projects in the Alimosho Local Go...


Electricity Tariffs: Power Firms Push Back Against State Negotiations
BY Abiodun Saheed Omodara July 25, 2025 0

On Wednesday, energy commissioners from all 36 states announced their willingness to engage with pow...


Two Businessmen Sentenced to Two Years in Prison for Cybercrime
BY Abiodun Saheed Omodara July 25, 2025 0

A Federal High Court located in Ikoyi, Lagos, has sentenced two businesspersons, Emmanuel Nwanze and...


Nigeria Police Force Dismantles Notorious Arms Supply Network Linked to Bandits
BY Abiodun Saheed Omodara July 23, 2025 0

The Nigeria Police Force has successfully intercepted a notorious arms supply network linked to armi...


Maduka Okoye Suspended for Two Months Amid Betting Scandal
BY Abiodun Saheed Omodara July 25, 2025 0

Udinese and Nigerian goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has received a two-month suspension from the Italian Fo...


APC's National Assembly Power Grows to 70 with PDP Senator Defections
BY Abiodun Saheed Omodara July 24, 2025 0

The number of All Progressives Congress (APC) senators in the National Assembly increased to 70 on W...


More Articles

Load more...

Menu