Lukashenko Proposes Russia-Belarus-North Korea Ties During Putin Meeting on Kim Jong Un and Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin hosted Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, who proposed a three-way cooperation between Russia, Belarus, and North Korea.
Lukashenko suggested Belarus could join Russia's efforts to revive an alliance with North Korea after Putin's recent summit with Kim Jong Un.
Putin said he would brief Lukashenko about his talks with Kim and the situation in Ukraine.
Kim continued his Russia trip, visiting an aircraft factory to see Russian fighter jets. He is expected to see Russian warships and visit a university.
The U.S. believes Kim may supply ammunition to Russia for use in Ukraine, violating UN sanctions. Putin said Russia will abide by sanctions.

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Lukashenko Proposes Russia-Belarus-North Korea Ties During Putin Meeting on Kim Jong Un and Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin hosted Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, who proposed a three-way cooperation between Russia, Belarus, and North Korea.
Lukashenko suggested Belarus could join Russia's efforts to revive an alliance with North Korea after Putin's recent summit with Kim Jong Un.
Putin said he would brief Lukashenko about his talks with Kim and the situation in Ukraine.
Kim continued his Russia trip, visiting an aircraft factory to see Russian fighter jets. He is expected to see Russian warships and visit a university.
The U.S. believes Kim may supply ammunition to Russia for use in Ukraine, violating UN sanctions. Putin said Russia will abide by sanctions.

apnews.com

Relevant topic timeline:

9/5/2023

Kim Jong Un and Putin may meet. What do North Korea and Russia need from each other?

9/5/2023

Tuesday briefing: Vladimir Putin plans to meet Kim Jong Un; Burning Man; Steve Harwell; evening workout benefits; and more

### Summary Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un are planning to meet in Russia to discuss possible weapons deals, which could help replenish Russia's ammunition stocks amid Ukraine's counteroffensive.

9/8/2023

Harris Warns Russia-North Korea Partnership a 'Huge Mistake' That Would Isolate Both Nations

9/13/2023

Kim Jong Un Pledges Support to Putin at Summit, Raising Fears of North Korean Arms for Russia

9/14/2023

Ukraine Strikes Russian Forces in Crimea as North Korea Courts Russia Support Amid War Fallout

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Putin and Lukashenko Meet in Sochi, Discuss Ukraine Situation and Prospects for Russia-Belarus-North Korea Cooperation

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Lukashenko Proposes Russia-Belarus-North Korea Ties; Ukraine Retakes Village; Putin Open to Talks but Zelensky Wary; Russia Navy Expansion Falls Short

Belarusian President Lukashenko proposes three-way cooperation between Russia, Belarus, and North Korea after a summit with Kim Jong-un, as Russian President Putin discusses the situation in Ukraine.

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Putin Meets with Ex-Wagner Commander, Seeks to Reassert Control after Wagner Mutiny