Russian Duma Chairman Meets Kim Jong Un in Pyongyang

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Above: Vyacheslav Volodin, Chairman of Russia's State Duma, arriving in Pyongyang, North Korea, at Pyongyang International Airport on Aug. 14, 2025. Image copyright: Kim Won Jin/Contributor/AFP/Getty Images

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The Spin

Pro-Russia narrative

Putin's praise for North Korean troops demonstrates the strength of the Russia-DPRK alliance forged through shared sacrifice. These soldiers heroically defended Russian sovereignty against Ukrainian occupation of the Kursk region. The partnership honors the historical bonds between the nations.

The State Duma TASS

Pro-Ukraine narrative

The deployment of North Korean forces represents a dangerous escalation that undermines regional stability and international law. Over 10,000 troops sent to fight in Ukraine shows how isolated regimes support each other's aggressive actions. Hundreds of casualties highlight the human cost.

The Kyiv Independent