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North Korean leader Kim Jong-un toasted his “closest comrade” Vladimir Putin on Monday in a birthday message that claimed the countries’ deepening military alliance would make them “invincible”. The increasingly isolated Russian president turned 72 on Monday and received well-wishes from a small group of international backers,

Kim Jong Un congratulated Russian President Vladimir Putin on his 72nd birthday, highlighting the growing bond between the two leaders.

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un sent a birthday message to Russian President Vladimir Putin, referring to him as one of his "closest comrades."

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has sent a happy birthday message to Russian President Vladimir Putin, saying their "comradely ties" will further consolidate relations between the two countries, state media reported Tuesday.