Kim Jong-un inaugurates 'sacred' memorial for North Korean soldiers killed in Kursk

EuronewsCenterEN 3 min read 100% complete October 24, 2025 at 02:19 PM

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North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has inaugurated a memorial for soldiers killed fighting alongside Russian troops during the Kursk operation. The "Memorial Museum of Combat Feats" was attended by Kim and Russia's ambassador to North Korea, Aleksandr Matsegora. Speaking at the event, Kim described the memorial as a "sacred sanctuary dedicated to the immortality of true patriots." North Korea has sent around 15,000 troops to Russia since last autumn and supplied military equipment in support of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The move is seen as part of deepening military ties between the two countries. Kim also mentioned his country's military brotherhood with Russia would "advance non-stop" and hinted at potential economic aid and advanced technologies in exchange for North Korea's war support.

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Aleksandr Matsegora 40% Kursk ×260% North Korea ×470% Russia ×380% Kim Jong-un ×490%

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