North Korean state media reported on Thursday that communist dictator Kim Jong-un held a special event to honor his commanding officers in charge of North Korean troops aiding the Russian invasion of Ukraine, offering “warm militant encouragement” and applause for their alleged success on the battlefield.

The Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) also highlighted supportive communications between Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and his North Korean counterpart Choe Son Hui — a reminder to the world of Pyongyang’s core function of supporting Russia as peace talks continue to find a way to end its invasion of Ukraine.

North Korea signed a mutual defense agreement in June 2024, during the first visit by Russian strongman Vladimir Putin to the country in 20 years. Shortly thereafter

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