War and weapons on agenda as Putin heads to North Korea

RUSSIAN President Vladimir Putin is on his way to the North Korean capital Pyongyang where he will meet leader Kim Jong Un, according to the BBC.

The two leaders last met in September in Vladivostok but this is Putin’s first visit to Pyongyang since 2000.

The US and Seoul have accused North Korea of supplying Russia with artillery and other equipment, likely in exchange for food and military aid.

Both countries deny the existence of an arms deal but vowed last year to strengthen military ties.

Since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Putin has become a pariah to the West and has been seeking allies elsewhere.

After North Korea, Putin will visit Vietnam, a long-time ally - both countries are expected to discuss issues such as trade.