Mysterious Airliner Appears in North Korea Without Clearance Granted

Growing Military Ties

The identification of a foreign aircraft at Pyongyang International Airport has sparked interest in the ongoing military cooperation between North Korea and Russia. NK Pro’s analysis of satellite data suggests the plane was likely of Russian origin and had disabled location tracking.

The presence of 19 aircraft at the airport is notable, given the national airline, Air Koryo, operates a fleet of 18 planes. This indicates that the additional plane does not belong to Air Koryo’s regular fleet. The secrecy surrounding the plane’s arrival has led analysts to speculate that it may be a government or military flight, possibly from Russia.

Passenger or Cargo?

NK Pro’s analysis suggests that the plane may have transported a delegation or passengers, rather than military cargo. Satellite images from January 15 show the plane parked in front of the airport terminal, an area typically used for disembarking people rather than goods.

Strategic Partnership

The discovery of the plane comes as North Korea and Russia strengthen their military ties. In June 2024, Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un signed a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Agreement, which included a mutual defense clause. The agreement has led to North Korean troops fighting alongside Russian forces in the Ukrainian War. The Pentagon estimates that over 10,000 North Korean soldiers are concentrated in the Russian Kursk region.

Exchange of Goods and Services

North Korea is reportedly receiving millions of barrels of oil from Russia, violating Western sanctions. In addition to oil, South Korea claims that Russia has provided North Korea with anti-aircraft missiles and air defense equipment. The exchange of goods and services between the two nations highlights their growing military cooperation.

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