Russia and North Korea are nearing completion of a brand-new bridge over the Tumen River, the first road link between the two nations, though delays on the Russian side threaten its June 19 opening. While both sides tout it as a boost for trade and tourism, new evidence suggests it’s really a covert military corridor—trucks are far harder to track from space than trains, making them ideal for moving troops and tech. The bridge’s hefty cost dwarfs actual trade, pointing to strategic intent. With Russia and North Korea deepening military ties—especially amid Ukraine tensions—and Russia reportedly expecting 30,000 North Korean soldiers, this bridge may be the latest step in a growing alliance focused on weapons and logistics, not souvenirs.
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