Kim Jong Un pledges "unwavering support" to Putin as Pyongyang reaffirms alliance with Moscow

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has pledged steadfast, unwavering support to Russia in a written reply to President Vladimir Putin on the 78th anniversary of the country's founding.

• Kim sent the written reply to Putin on the 78th anniversary of North Korea's founding, pledging his country's constant support for Russia.
• Kim said he is fully confident of Russia's victory in what he called its holy war defending national security interests and international justice.
• Kim affirmed North Korea's resolve to expand and deepen comprehensive cooperation with Russia.
• Putin had sent Kim his own congratulatory message on September 9, saying the countries would continue strengthening their strategic partnership.