Russia has launched its first direct commercial flights between Moscow and Pyongyang in decades, marking a significant deepening of relations between the two isolated nations. The new air route, operated by Nordwind Airlines, comes as Russia faces dwindling travel options due to Western sanctions and seeks new alliances amid the ongoing war in Ukraine. This move follows other signs of growing cooperation, including resumed rail links and increased trade, such as North Korean goods appearing in Russian markets. The flights are seen as both a practical response to Russia's isolation and a strategic partnership that could have broader geopolitical implications. Experts warn that this closer alliance may further destabilize the region and challenge the existing international order.
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