HANOI, Vietnam — Vladimir Putin said Thursday he does not rule out Russia sending arms to isolated North Korea in what Washington called an 'incredibly concerning' statement that threatens instability on the divided Korean peninsula.
HANOI, Vietnam — Vladimir Putin said Thursday he does not rule out Russia sending arms to isolated North Korea in what Washington called an 'incredibly concerning' statement that threatens instability on the divided Korean peninsula.On a trip to Vietnam following a state visit to Pyongyang where Russia and North Korea signed a mutual defense pact, Putin also warned South Korea not to arm Ukraine.
The two sides said in a joint statement that their defense and security cooperation was 'not directed against any third country' and contributed to 'peace, stability and sustainable development' in the region.Putin told reporters the talks were constructive and that both sides had 'identical or very close' positions on key international issues.
Does Not Rule Out Sending Arms To Nkorea US 'Incredibly' Concerned
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