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2024 - 11 - 21

Oil for Arms: A One Million Barrel Trade Deal That Could Rock the World!

Geopolitical Relations - Kim Jong Un - Military - North Korea - Oil Trade - Russia - US Relations - Zoo Animals

North Korea's oil exchange with Russia has experts scratching their heads! Discover why this billion-dollar agreement goes beyond just business.

In a surprising turn of events, it appears that North Korea and Russia are deepening their ties through a significant oil trade deal. According to recent reports, Russia has dispatched a whopping one million barrels of oil to North Korea. This exchange is said to be a payment for the military support that Pyongyang has been providing to Moscow, particularly in terms of weapons and troop deployments in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. With global markets already jittery due to the war, this deal further complicates an already tense geopolitical landscape.

Experts are weighing in on the implications of this arrangement, suggesting that it could shift power dynamics significantly. UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy emphasized that this exchange is not just a simple business transaction; it could be a strategic move that enhances the military capabilities of both nations involved. It shows a growing partnership between North Korea and Russia, indicative of their shared interests, especially in opposing Western influence and sanctions. The collaboration raises questions about the future of international relations and the global energy market, as more countries observe this developing alliance.

Moreover, this deal illustrates a pattern we’ve seen over recent years: isolated nations like North Korea finding new allies in the face of international pressures. The partnership is emblematic of “the enemy of my enemy is my friend” logic, as both countries face severe sanctions and diplomatic isolation. This cooperation may embolden North Korea to further engage in provocative military activities, knowing it has backing from a major power like Russia. As tensions escalate, neighboring countries such as South Korea and Japan are undoubtedly keeping a wary eye on these developments.

In light of this complex scenario, one must consider how it affects the broader world stage. With energy prices already fluctuating due to the war in Ukraine, this one million barrel transaction may not only benefit the two nations but could also ripple through global oil markets. It could lead to higher prices or shortages if other nations perceive that existing supply chains might be manipulated due to these political maneuvers.

Interestingly, North Korea has long relied on illicit channels to secure its oil supply, especially after facing tough sanctions. Meanwhile, Russia's own oil market is undergoing significant changes, with states in the West pulling back due to ethical concerns over the war. As both nations work together, they may very well redefine the parameters of modern geopolitical alliances.

In addition to the economic ramifications, one fun fact is that North Korea is known for its vast reserves of untapped minerals and resources. Their partnership with Russia may unlock even more strategic advantages toward resource acquisition. Moreover, with global powers reacting to these developments, who knows what shocks are ahead in the interconnected world of politics and fuel? Buckle up, it's going to be a bumpy ride!

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Russia gives North Korea a million barrels of oil, report finds (BBC News)

The oil is payment for the weapons and troops Pyongyang has sent Moscow to fuel its war in Ukraine, leading experts and UK Foreign Secretary, David Lammy, have ...

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Putin Gifts Lion, Brown Bears To North Korea Zoo (Voice of Nigeria)

Russian President Vladimir Putin has gifted North Korea's main zoo more than 70 animals, including a lion and two brown bears, in yet another display of ...

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North Korea's Kim Jong Un says past diplomacy only confirmed US ... (Business Standard)

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said his past negotiations with the United States only confirmed Washington's unchangeable hostility toward Pyongyang and ...

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North Korea sends soldiers to Russia, gets bears, lion in return (Hindustan Times)

Animals are said to have always have played a special role in relations between North Korea and Russia. | World News.

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Guns for yaks? Putin sends dozens of zoo animals to North Korea as ... (POLITICO.eu)

Russian President Vladimir Putin gifted North Korea more than 70 zoo animals, including an African lion, two brown bears and two yaks, as a sign of support.

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Image courtesy of "Al Arabiya English"

North Korea's Kim says past diplomacy only confirmed US hostility (Al Arabiya English)

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un stated that Pyongyang's past diplomatic efforts with Washington only affirmed its “unchanging” hostility toward his country.

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North Korea's Kim accuses US of stoking tension, warns of nuclear war (Reuters)

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has accused the United States of ramping up tension and provocations, saying the Korean peninsula has never faced such risks ...

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North Korean leader says past diplomacy only confirmed US hostility (The Associated Press)

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un says past negotiations with the United States only confirmed Washington's “unchangeable” hostility toward his country and ...

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Sweden's new ambassador to N. Korea presents credentials ... (Korea Times)

The newly appointed Swedish Ambassador to North Korea Andreas Bengtsson officially commenced his duties on Thursday by presenting his credentials to North ...

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Russia Gifts Bears and a Lion to North Korea (The New York Times)

Vladimir Putin also presented a lion to Pyongyang Zoo, one of the more than 70 animals he sent as an emblem of the deepening friendship between the two ...

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Russia gifts North Korea over 70 zoo animals (Euronews)

A statement released by the Kremlin on Wednesday confirmed the transfer of the animals, in a display of the two countries' growing ties.

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Russia gave North Korea anti-air missiles in exchange for troops ... (Voice of America)

In this photo provided by the North Korean government, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un delivers a speech during an opening ceremony of a defense exhibition in ...

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South Korea official says Russia provided anti-air missile to North ... (Reuters)

South Korea's national security adviser Shin Won-sik said Russia has provided North Korea with anti-air missiles and air defence equipment in return for ...

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S Korea finds Russia supplied missiles to North Korea in return for ... (Business Standard)

A top South Korean official says Russia has supplied anti-air missiles to North Korea in exchange for it sending troops.

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North Korea's Kim says past diplomacy only confirmed US hostility (CNA)

SEOUL: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said Pyongyang's past diplomacy with Washington only confirmed its "unchanging" hostility towards his country, ...

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South Korea finds Russia supplied anti-air missiles to North Korea in ... (The Indian Express)

The US, South Korea and others say North Korea has sent more than 10000 troops to Russia to support its war against Ukraine. What Russia would give North ...

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North Korea's Kim accuses US of stoking tension, warns of nuclear war (Hindustan Times)

SEOUL -North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has accused the United States of ramping up tension and provocations, saying the Korean peninsula has never faced ...

North Korea's Kim: Past diplomacy only confirmed US hostility (TRT World)

While in office, former US president Trump met with Kim three times, but Washington failed to make much progress on their efforts to denuclearise North ...

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South Korea finds Russia supplied anti-air missiles to North Korea in ... (The Associated Press)

A top South Korean official says Russia has supplied anti-air missiles to North Korea in exchange for it sending troops.

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South Korea finds Russia supplied anti-air missiles to North Korea in ... (Al Arabiya English)

Russia has supplied air defense missiles to North Korea in exchange for sending its troops to support Russia's war efforts against Ukraine, a top South.

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Seoul says Russia sent air-defence missiles to North Korea in return ... (The Guardian)

Kremlin dispatched weapons as payment for 10000 troops deployed to support war in Ukraine, says South Korean official.

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South Korea says Russia sent North Korea missiles in exchange for ... (Aljazeera.com)

South Korea's national security adviser says North plans to use the weapons to defend its airspace over the capital.

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Russia Delivers Million Barrels Of Oil To North Korea (Voice of Nigeria)

The oil is payment for the weapons and troops Pyongyang has sent Moscow to fuel its war in Ukraine, leading experts and UK Foreign Secretary, David Lammy, have ...

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North Korean Leader Says Past Diplomacy Only Confirmed US ... (Military.com)

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said his past negotiations with the United States only confirmed Washington's “unchangeable” hostility toward his country ...

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South Korea says Russia supplied anti-air missiles to North Korea (Euronews)

Seoul says the missiles have been given to North Korea by Russia in exchange for thousands of troops to help Moscow in its war against Ukraine.

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South Korea Says Russia Supplied Air Defense Missiles to North ... (Military.com)

Russia has supplied air defense missile systems to North Korea in exchange for sending its troops to support Russia's war efforts against Ukraine, ...

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Russia Supplied Air-Defence Missiles To North Korea In Return For ... (SaharaReporters.com)

The U.S., South Korea and Ukraine say North Korea sent more than 10,000 troops to Russia in October, some of whom have recently begun engaging in combat.

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North Korea warns US of thermonuclear war (Newsweek)

Kim Jong Un warned U.S. that increasing tensions between the countries could lead to thermonuclear war sooner rather than later.

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Russia trades anti-air missiles for North Korean troops: Seoul (Daily Sabah)

Russia provided North Korea with anti-aircraft missiles in exchange for sending troops to support Moscow's war in Ukraine, South Korea's top...

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Russia gave North Korea oil, anti-air missiles: Seoul (台北時報)

EXCHANGES: The US and South Korea have accused Pyongyang of sending 10,000 soldiers to help Russia in its nearly three-year war with Ukraine. AFP, SEOUL.

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Investigators reveal what's inside North Korean missiles after deadly ... (CNN)

CNN's Nick Paton Walsh visits a warehouse storing missile fragments in Kyiv, where investigators discover US circuitry inside North Korean missiles after a ...

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South Korea claims Russia supplied air defense missiles to North ... (PBS NewsHour)

The U.S., South Korea and others say North Korea has sent more than 10000 troops to Russia to support its war against Ukraine.

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North Korea: Where Christians are the Enemy of the State ... (International Christian Concern)

Though it maintains a small token church as a nod to its previously religious past, the North Korean government is no friend to religion.

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Russia Supplies Air Defense to North Korea as Kim Jong Un ... (FDD)

Russia Bolstering North Korea's Outdated Air Defenses: Russia provided air defense missiles and related equipment to North Korea, South Korean National ...

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