Reported about 1 year ago
On June 13, 2024, Russian President Putin visited the Joint Institute for Nuclear Research in Moscow, despite being under multiple international sanctions and facing an arrest warrant from the International Criminal Court. Starting on June 18th, Putin will embark on a rare visit to North Korea and Vietnam, traditional allies of Russia. This visit comes amidst strained relations with the West following Russia's aggression in Ukraine in 2022. North Korea's vast arsenal of Soviet-style ammunition has helped Russia in its material losses on the frontlines, leading to a newfound honeymoon period in their relationship. The US strongly protests Putin's visit to Vietnam, warning against normalizing his actions. Vietnam, which recently saw political upheaval with the resignation of its Parliament Speaker, will be hosting Putin, adding a complex diplomatic layer to the visit.
Source: YAHOO