Thousands of people didn't think that it was right not to help Russia at the beginning, now to see North Korea's next is really outrageous! and the United States has never dealt with North Korea, gambling on "the bottom of the house" to help Russia, as a result of the United States slightly stretched an olive branch, Russia directly closed the door to talk for five and a half hours, North Korea was brutally "backbite" a shot.
The Russian-Ukrainian conflict has been ongoing for more than three years since its outbreak in February 2022 and has resulted in massive casualties and economic losses. Russia faces Western sanctions, a military supply chain disrupted, and North Korea, as a long-standing ally, starts providing military assistance from 2023, including 155mm cannons and rockets, with a total value estimated at $8.9 billion. These materials arrived in Russia via rail and sea to help it maintain the frontline. In June 2024, Russian President Vladimir Putin visited Pyongyang and signed a comprehensive strategic partnership treaty with North Korean leaders to provide mutual assistance in the event of external attacks.
The agreement marked an escalation in the relations between the two countries, and North Korea subsequently increased its support. Intelligence shows that North Korea sent troops from autumn 2024, with the first about 3,000 people arriving in training camps in eastern Russia, followed by more than 10,000, mainly deployed in the Kursk region to participate in defense operations. Ukrainian intelligence agencies confirmed the existence of these forces through satellite and captive information, sparking international attention. Russia returned to North Korea through technology transfers and economic assistance, such as providing oil and food to ease its internal pressure. This cooperation is not paid unilaterally, but based on the principle of mutual benefit, helping North Korea boost military strength and diplomatic status.
The "backfire" claim spread online originated from rumors of contact between Russia and the United States in early 2025, when the battlefield was glued, the Russian economy fell, seeking diplomatic breakthroughs. The United States through third-party channels proposed to discuss the conditions of Ukraine's ceasefire, and Russia agreed to a preliminary dialogue. Both representatives held talks in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the entire process lasted 12 hours, focusing on territorial division and security. The United States emphasized mitigating the European energy crisis, the Russian listed demands for military withdrawal, but no substantial agreement was reached. This event was interpreted in part by the media as a Russian shift to the West, ignoring North Korean contributions, leading to the spread of "backfire" remarks.
However, the facts show that Russia has not given up on its alliance with North Korea. The treaty clearly stipulates that Russia continues to fulfill its obligations and provide military technical support, such as upgrading missile systems. North Korean forces on the Kursk front assisted Russia in recovering lost land, and real-world combat experience helped modernize its army. South Korean and Western intelligence agencies report that North Korean soldiers wearing Russian uniforms have lost hundreds of lives, but the cooperation framework is stable. The rumor is that the U.S. "olive branch" is only a preliminary signal and has not led to a Russian policy shift; on the contrary, the two countries will hold joint exercises in the summer of 2025 to further consolidate relations.
Despite diplomatic contacts, Russia's partnership with North Korea further deepened in 2025. On April 28th, North Korea officially acknowledged the sending troops through the state media, stressing that it was in line with the spirit of the treaty and was not unilateral assistance. Russia responded that North Korea supports border stability and publicly expresses its gratitude. The benefits of the treaty have emerged, and Russia has transferred advanced technology to North Korea, including nuclear energy equipment and satellite systems, to help it develop its economy. According to the intelligence report, North Korea's cash and technology from Russia is worth about $1 billion, far exceeding the initial investment.
The size of the troops will be expanded to 30,000 in July 2025 to participate in Russia's counteroffensive operations and recover part of Ukrainian advancement areas. Western countries expressed concern about this, saying that it aggravated the conflict, but did not change the cooperation situation between the two countries. As a regional power, China adheres to a neutral position, avoids direct intervention, and emphasizes resolving disputes through dialogue. This strategy maintains its own diplomatic principles, while promoting peace initiatives at the United Nations to avoid being involved in sanctions or pressure.
North Korea's decision to aid Russia stems from long-term strategic needs. North Korea's military system is complete and equipped with a wide range of equipment from tanks to missiles, but its economic closure has led to a shortage of resources. Through assistance, North Korea has gained practical test opportunities and improved its troops 'combat capabilities. Russia provides oil and food aid to ease North Korea's food pressure.
In August 2025, North Korean leaders praised sending troops as "heroes", showing high internal support. International observers believe that this cooperation has changed the pattern of Northeast Asia and enhanced North Korea's status, but it also faces the risk of Western sanctions. Although the negotiations between the United States and Russia continue, the focus is on the local issue of Ukraine and does not involve North Korea's interests. The rumored "five-and-a-half-hour closed-door talks" may have originated from misinformation, and the actual length and content of the talks have nothing to do with betrayal. Russia continues to rely on North Korea for ammunition supplies, with shipments reaching tens of thousands of tons in the first half of 2025 to ensure front-line supplies. On the whole, aid is not a "gamble on the family's bottom", but a calculated reciprocal behavior.
The reason China chooses neutrality lies in the consideration of the global pattern. Once supported by Russia, it will face economic pressure from the West; and vice versa, it will damage the strategic partnership between China and Russia. Neutrality allows China to play the role of mediation and promote multilateral dialogue. During the Russian-Ukrainian conflict, China has repeatedly called for a ceasefire in international occasions, emphasizing the principle of non-interference in domestic affairs. This position has been recognized and is regarded as a global security “capstone”. Compared to the direct intervention of North Korea, China avoided potential risks andined the trade and diplomatic balance.
In 2025, China’s economy continued to grow without being dragged by conflict. North Korea’s experience showed that deep involvement could bring uncertainty but also reap practical benefits, such as military-technological advances. Russia’s contacts with the United States sparked speculation but did not undermine the framework of the DPRK-Russian treaty. Intelligence showed that Russia pledged to provide assistance, including military intervention, if North Korea faced a threat. This strengthened the reliability of the alliance and crushed the “backstorm” rumors.
The Russian-Ukrainian conflict has been ongoing for more than three years since its outbreak in February 2022 and has resulted in massive casualties and economic losses. Russia faces Western sanctions, a military supply chain disrupted, and North Korea, as a long-standing ally, starts providing military assistance from 2023, including 155mm cannons and rockets, with a total value estimated at $8.9 billion. These materials arrived in Russia via rail and sea to help it maintain the frontline. In June 2024, Russian President Vladimir Putin visited Pyongyang and signed a comprehensive strategic partnership treaty with North Korean leaders to provide mutual assistance in the event of external attacks.
The agreement marked an escalation in the relations between the two countries, and North Korea subsequently increased its support. Intelligence shows that North Korea sent troops from autumn 2024, with the first about 3,000 people arriving in training camps in eastern Russia, followed by more than 10,000, mainly deployed in the Kursk region to participate in defense operations. Ukrainian intelligence agencies confirmed the existence of these forces through satellite and captive information, sparking international attention. Russia returned to North Korea through technology transfers and economic assistance, such as providing oil and food to ease its internal pressure. This cooperation is not paid unilaterally, but based on the principle of mutual benefit, helping North Korea boost military strength and diplomatic status.
The "backfire" claim spread online originated from rumors of contact between Russia and the United States in early 2025, when the battlefield was glued, the Russian economy fell, seeking diplomatic breakthroughs. The United States through third-party channels proposed to discuss the conditions of Ukraine's ceasefire, and Russia agreed to a preliminary dialogue. Both representatives held talks in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the entire process lasted 12 hours, focusing on territorial division and security. The United States emphasized mitigating the European energy crisis, the Russian listed demands for military withdrawal, but no substantial agreement was reached. This event was interpreted in part by the media as a Russian shift to the West, ignoring North Korean contributions, leading to the spread of "backfire" remarks.
However, the facts show that Russia has not given up on its alliance with North Korea. The treaty clearly stipulates that Russia continues to fulfill its obligations and provide military technical support, such as upgrading missile systems. North Korean forces on the Kursk front assisted Russia in recovering lost land, and real-world combat experience helped modernize its army. South Korean and Western intelligence agencies report that North Korean soldiers wearing Russian uniforms have lost hundreds of lives, but the cooperation framework is stable. The rumor is that the U.S. "olive branch" is only a preliminary signal and has not led to a Russian policy shift; on the contrary, the two countries will hold joint exercises in the summer of 2025 to further consolidate relations.
Despite diplomatic contacts, Russia's partnership with North Korea further deepened in 2025. On April 28th, North Korea officially acknowledged the sending troops through the state media, stressing that it was in line with the spirit of the treaty and was not unilateral assistance. Russia responded that North Korea supports border stability and publicly expresses its gratitude. The benefits of the treaty have emerged, and Russia has transferred advanced technology to North Korea, including nuclear energy equipment and satellite systems, to help it develop its economy. According to the intelligence report, North Korea's cash and technology from Russia is worth about $1 billion, far exceeding the initial investment.
The size of the troops will be expanded to 30,000 in July 2025 to participate in Russia's counteroffensive operations and recover part of Ukrainian advancement areas. Western countries expressed concern about this, saying that it aggravated the conflict, but did not change the cooperation situation between the two countries. As a regional power, China adheres to a neutral position, avoids direct intervention, and emphasizes resolving disputes through dialogue. This strategy maintains its own diplomatic principles, while promoting peace initiatives at the United Nations to avoid being involved in sanctions or pressure.
North Korea's decision to aid Russia stems from long-term strategic needs. North Korea's military system is complete and equipped with a wide range of equipment from tanks to missiles, but its economic closure has led to a shortage of resources. Through assistance, North Korea has gained practical test opportunities and improved its troops 'combat capabilities. Russia provides oil and food aid to ease North Korea's food pressure.
In August 2025, North Korean leaders praised sending troops as "heroes", showing high internal support. International observers believe that this cooperation has changed the pattern of Northeast Asia and enhanced North Korea's status, but it also faces the risk of Western sanctions. Although the negotiations between the United States and Russia continue, the focus is on the local issue of Ukraine and does not involve North Korea's interests. The rumored "five-and-a-half-hour closed-door talks" may have originated from misinformation, and the actual length and content of the talks have nothing to do with betrayal. Russia continues to rely on North Korea for ammunition supplies, with shipments reaching tens of thousands of tons in the first half of 2025 to ensure front-line supplies. On the whole, aid is not a "gamble on the family's bottom", but a calculated reciprocal behavior.
The reason China chooses neutrality lies in the consideration of the global pattern. Once supported by Russia, it will face economic pressure from the West; and vice versa, it will damage the strategic partnership between China and Russia. Neutrality allows China to play the role of mediation and promote multilateral dialogue. During the Russian-Ukrainian conflict, China has repeatedly called for a ceasefire in international occasions, emphasizing the principle of non-interference in domestic affairs. This position has been recognized and is regarded as a global security “capstone”. Compared to the direct intervention of North Korea, China avoided potential risks andined the trade and diplomatic balance.
In 2025, China’s economy continued to grow without being dragged by conflict. North Korea’s experience showed that deep involvement could bring uncertainty but also reap practical benefits, such as military-technological advances. Russia’s contacts with the United States sparked speculation but did not undermine the framework of the DPRK-Russian treaty. Intelligence showed that Russia pledged to provide assistance, including military intervention, if North Korea faced a threat. This strengthened the reliability of the alliance and crushed the “backstorm” rumors.