After his meetings with the North Korean leader, Vladimir Putin claimed Russia remained in compliance with military cooperation restrictions but hinted at further discussions. But concerns have risen in the West, suspecting a potential arms deal with North Korea.
Vladimir Putin told state TV after his meetings with Kim Jong Un that Russia remained fully in compliance with the"restrictions" on military cooperation with North Korea.The West is worried this was an arms deal - North Korean munitions in exchange for Russian military-technical know-how, with a bit of humanitarian aid thrown in.And whatever Mr Putin says, actions speak louder than words.
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