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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un inspected Russia’s nuclear-capable bombers, hypersonic missiles, and a warship from the Pacific fleet during a visit to Russia's Far East. The visit, which raised Western concerns about an arms alliance fueling President Vladimir Putin's war on Ukraine, began with Kim's arrival in Artyom and a subsequent trip to an airport near Vladivostok. There, Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu and senior military officials showcased strategic bombers and warplanes used in the conflict in Ukraine. The Tu-160 bomber was highlighted for its recently deployed cruise missiles with a range exceeding 6,500 kilometers. Additionally, the hypersonic Kinzhal missile, used in the Ukraine conflict, was exhibited. Kim and Shoigu also inspected the Admiral Shaposhnikov frigate in Vladivostok, which is equipped with long-range Kalibr cruise missiles used in the Ukraine conflict. Kim's visit suggested potential cooperation between North Korea and Russia, possibly involving the exchange of Russian technologies for munitions to support Putin's ongoing military actions in Ukraine. The trip followed extensive talks between Kim and Putin, indicating growing military collaboration and technology advancement for North Korea's military programs. The visit was documented in videos released by Russia's Defense Ministry, showing Kim's interaction with the showcased weaponry and discussions with military officials.

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