Afghanistan, Oct. 7 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un congratulated Russian President Vladimir Putin on his birthday, pledging to strengthen bilateral ties and deepen strategic cooperation between Pyongyang and Moscow.

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has congratulated Russian President Vladimir Putin on his birthday, reaffirming Pyongyang's commitment to expanding its strategic alliance with Moscow. The message highlights the growing partnership between the two heavily sanctioned states amid rising global tensions.

According to a report by Reuters on Monday, October 6, Kim said in his letter that the "allied relationship" between North Korea and Russia would continue to develop based on the "deep friendship and camaraderie" shared betwee...