North Korea strengthens Russia with artillery and missiles

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North Korea to send artillery units, 150 more ballistic missiles to aid Russia’s war, Budanov says
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North Korea will provide Russia with more ballistic missiles, howitzers in 2025 - Ukraine's intel chief
Ukraine intel chief says North Korean weapons are flooding into Russia
Lt. Gen. Kyrylo Budanov said Pyongyang has already provided Russia with 120 self-propelled artillery guns and 120 multiple launch rocket systems, with more to come.
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North Korea launches missiles toward eastern waters in 2nd launch of year, South says
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What the North Koreans took into battle against Ukraine
Weapons and notes left on dead North Korean troops in Russia give Ukraine a glimpse into their mindset — and show how they are quickly adapting to modern war.
Legitimising Pyongyang?
Trump’s acknowledgment of North Korea as a “nuclear power” risks granting legitimacy to Pyongyang’s nuclear arsenal. For decades North Korea has sought international recognition as a legitimate nuclear state despite facing and sanctions diplomatic isolation aimed at curbing its nuclear ambitions.