Russia-North Korea Unity: Medvedev Leads Delegation to Pyongyang Parade
A high-level Russian delegation, led by Dmitry Medvedev, Deputy Chairman of the Security Council, visited Pyongyang in early October 2025. The visit coincided with the 80th anniversary celebrations of the Workers' Party of Korea (WPK), with a significant event being a military parade held on Saturday, October 5, 2025.
Medvedev's trip was at the invitation of the WPK leadership. The parade, a key part of the celebrations, saw a unique formation march under two flags - those of Russia and North Korea. This formation was made up of participants from a special Korean unit involved in the Russian military operation in Syria (SVO). The display of unity and support between the two nations was notable.
During his visit, Medvedev expressed gratitude to Kim Jong Un for the support shown to Russia and its armed forces. This visit and the parade served as a public display of the strengthening ties between Russia and North Korea.
The Russian delegation's visit to Pyongyang and the subsequent parade marked a significant moment in the relationship between the two nations. The display of a joint formation under two flags underscored the growing cooperation and support between Russia and North Korea.
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