Russia-North Korea Alliance, And Ukraine War

BACK STORY With DANA LEWIS

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The strategic alliance between Russia and North Korea has the world on edge, and in this episode of Backstory, you'll understand why. Join us as we unpack the recent high-stakes meeting between President Putin and Kim Jong Un. General Ben Hodges provides expert insights into North Korea's agreement to supply Russia with millions of artillery shells and missiles for its war against Ukraine. Together, we investigate the technological exchanges that could significantly bolster North Korea's nuclear and satellite capabilities, posing grave risks to South Korea, Japan, and global security.
Oleg Ignatov talks to why Putin has embraced North Korea, a journey of desperation in his war against the west and quest to revive a Russian empire at all costs.
Lastly, hear from Natalia Drozd, chairwoman of the Dobrochyn Center NGO, as she shares the devastating impact of the prolonged Russian invasion on Ukraine's infrastructure.

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Chapters

1. Russia-North Korea Military Cooperation Concerns (00:00:00)

2. Russian-Ukrainian Conflict and Strategy (00:05:28)

3. Russia-North Korea Military Cooperation (00:14:35)

4. Russia-China-North Korea Relations and Dynamics (00:26:07)

5. Ukrainian Resilience Amid Russian Invasion (00:38:28)

6. Ukraine's Reconstruction and Democratic Values (00:47:04)

7. Ukrainian Reconstruction and Resilience (00:55:33)

8. Ukraine's Resilience and Global Concerns (01:01:12)