North Korea, Russia boost anti-West ‘powerful bulwark’ as Ukraine war drags on

North Korea and Russia are strengthening their military cooperation, framing their alliance as a "powerful bulwark" against the West amidst the ongoing Ukraine war. This deepening partnership, highlighted by the recent unveiling of a memorial museum in Pyongyang for North Korean soldiers, signifies their shared anti-Western stance. Observers note that the alliance is driven by mutual needs: Russia requires manpower and military supplies, while North Korea seeks technological advancements through wartime collaboration. This consolidation of ties occurs during a period of increasing global instability.