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North Korea's Kim sends condolences to Russia's Putin over plane crash

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Posted on July 25, 2025

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SEOUL (Reuters) -North Korea's leader Kim Jong Un sent condolences to Russian President Vladimir Putin over a plane crash, state media KCNA reported on Saturday. (Reporting by Jihoon Lee; editing by

Kim Jong Un Expresses Sympathy to Putin Following Plane Crash

International Reactions to the Plane Crash

SEOUL (Reuters) -North Korea's leader Kim Jong Un sent condolences to Russian President Vladimir Putin over a plane crash, state media KCNA reported on Saturday.

Condolences from Global Leaders

(Reporting by Jihoon Lee; editing by Diane Craft)

Key Takeaways

  • Kim Jong Un sent condolences to Putin.
  • The message was reported by North Korean state media.
  • The plane crash prompted international reactions.
  • The incident highlights North Korea-Russia relations.
  • Global leaders have reacted to the crash.

Frequently Asked Questions

What did Kim Jong Un do in response to the plane crash?
Kim Jong Un sent condolences to Russian President Vladimir Putin over the plane crash.
Which media outlet reported Kim's condolences?
The state media KCNA reported on Kim Jong Un's condolences.
Who reported the news about Kim's message?
The reporting was done by Jihoon Lee, with editing by Diane Craft.

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