Russia has launched its first direct commercial flights between Moscow and Pyongyang in over 70 years, marking a significant deepening of relations between the two isolated nations. Operated by Nordwind Airlines, the monthly flights come as Russia faces increasing international isolation due to the war in Ukraine, and as North Korea seeks new economic and diplomatic partners. The new air link follows the recent resumption of passenger rail service and increased economic exchanges, such as North Korean goods appearing in Russian markets. This move is widely seen as a strategic partnership, with both countries strengthening cooperation in travel, trade, and potentially military affairs. The development underscores a shifting geopolitical landscape, as Russia and North Korea draw closer amid strained relations with the West.
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