Russia has ratified a landmark mutual defense pact with North Korea, amid reports of clashes between Ukrainian and North Korean soldiers on the border. The treaty obliges Russia and North Korea to provide military assistance if either country is attacked. Ukraine has reported its first confrontation with North Korean soldiers, while South Korea threatens to send arms to Ukraine if the North Korean troops are not withdrawn.

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