North Korea strongly opposes 'criticism of North Korea-Russia cooperation' statement

North Korea has strongly protested the recent announcement by 10 countries, including South Korea and the United States, condemning military cooperation between North Korea and Russia, including the dispatch of North Korean troops to Russia.

North Korea's Foreign Ministry, in a spokesman statement, criticized the move as a grave threat that shakes the foundation of international peace and security beyond political provocations that violently violate sovereign states' sovereignty.

At the same time, he criticized it as a statement that distorted and slander the nature of normal cooperation.

He also emphasized that he would thoroughly defend his legitimate rights as a sovereign state and not impose any restrictions on his exercise.