Washington | Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un both say a new strategic partnership is a breakthrough, as analysts scramble to assess the significance of agreements struck by Russia in Asia this week.

The pact with North Korea requires both countries to use all available means to provide immediate military assistance in the event of war, according to North Korean state media. While the agreement, inked at a summit in Pyongyang, could represent the countries’ strongest deal signed after the Cold War, there are differing opinions on how strong the security commitment is.

Reuters