Kim Jong Un vows to expand ties with Russia, backs victory in 'sacred war'

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said he would "expand and deepen" cooperation with Russia in a message to President Vladimir Putin, KCNA reported. Kim said Pyongyang would broaden ties with Moscow based on friendship and mutual assistance. He said he was convinced of Russia's victory in its current "sacred war" and pledged "invariable support" for Putin and Russians.