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Russia and North Korea begin construction of first direct road link

A road linking the two nations is under way in the far east, prompting Ukraine to sound alarm sirens despite the distance.

Von Deutsche Welle·
Satellitenbild des Brückenbaus zwischen Russland und Nordkorea von Ende Juni. Rechts oben gut zu erkennen: die großen Abfertigungseinrichtungen auf russischer Seite

Russia and North Korea are constructing a road that will be the first direct connection between the two countries, with work taking place in the far‑eastern region. In response to news of the project, Ukrainian authorities have activated alarm sirens, even though Ukraine lies roughly 10,000 kilometres away.