North Korea rolls out the red carpet for Putin as West fears nuclear implications

Russian President Vladimir Putin received a warm welcome in Pyongyang, North Korea, raising concerns among Western officials about the countries’ growing relationship. State TV footage showed Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un embracing on a red carpet at the Pyongyang International Airport. The two leaders agreed to further develop their nations’ relations and discussed trade and security cooperation. The visit has been closely watched by Western countries due to the potential impact on Russia’s conflict in Ukraine and tensions on the Korean Peninsula.