"Putin and Kim Jong Un Strengthen Ties Amid Ukraine War"

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un continues his visit to Russia's Far East, where he is expected to tour aviation factories and inspect Russia's Pacific naval fleet. The visit signifies the close relationship between Kim and Russian President Vladimir Putin, with discussions potentially including obtaining North Korean weaponry for the war in Ukraine. Kim praised Russia's defense of its state sovereignty and security, echoing Putin's rhetoric. The White House is monitoring the summit, particularly any potential arms deals. Meanwhile, Ukraine has made progress in diversifying its nuclear fuel supply away from Russia. In battleground updates, a child was killed and four people were wounded in a strike blamed on Russia, while Russia claimed to have thwarted drone attacks and an attempted assault on Crimea. Kim's visit highlights Russia's need to bolster its ammunition stockpile amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.