<h1>North Korean Leader Backs Russia's Ukraine Actions, Discusses Defense Treaty, Potential Visit, Amid Missile Tests and US-South Korea Drills.</h1> The North Korean leader reaffirmed his support for Russia's military actions in Ukraine during discussions with a top Russian security official in Pyongyang. The meeting involved discussions on Russia's war in Ukraine, dialogues with the US administration, and the Korean Peninsula's security situation. Both nations reiterated their commitment to a mutual defense treaty. North Korea has reportedly supplied weapons and troops to Russia, with intelligence suggesting additional troop deployments. The meeting may signal preparation for a potential visit by the North Korean leader to Russia. Concurrently, North Korea conducted missile tests coinciding with US-South Korean military exercises.