- Kim Jong Un reaffirmed a strong alliance with Vladimir Putin, calling it a valuable, enduring asset.
- North Korean troops participated in military operations in the Kursk region of Russia, supporting efforts in Ukraine.
- Russia reportedly provided technical assistance to North Korea for the construction of a nuclear-powered submarine.

A: Hey! Did you hear anything new about North Korea and Russia?

B: No! What’s going on?

A: Apparently, Kim Jong Un sent a really nice message to Putin!

B: Wow! What did he say?

A: He called their relationship a super important “common asset” that will last forever!

B: Seriously? That sounds intense!

A: Yeah! They're saying their alliance is like, sharing everything – even life and death!

B: Whoa! That's a strong statement. I heard North Korea sent troops to help Russia in Ukraine too.

A: Exactly! And Russia really appreciates that. Putin even sent a message back saying it proves their friendship is unbreakable!

B: Incredible! I just read somewhere Russia helped North Korea build a submarine!

A: Really? A nuclear-powered one? That's... a lot! 2025 must be a big year for them both.

B: Definitely! It's pretty wild, isn’t it?