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Russia and North Korea open first road bridge across border
European Union🏛️ PoliticsCenter4 hr. ago

Russia and North Korea open first road bridge across border

On August 9, 2026, Russia and North Korea officially opened their first road bridge spanning the Tumen River, marking a significant infrastructure development along their shared border. The one-kilometer bridge features two lanes and is designed to accommodate up to 300 vehicles daily. Officials from both nations participated in the ribbon-cutting ceremony, followed by footage showing trucks and other vehicles using the new crossing. Construction began last year after the project was agreed upon in 2024.

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Euronews logoEuronewsIndependentCenter4 hr. ago
Russia and North Korea open first road bridge across border

On August 9, 2026, Russia and North Korea officially opened their first road bridge spanning the Tumen River, marking a significant infrastructure development along their shared border. The one-kilometer bridge features two lanes and is designed to accommodate up to 300 vehicles daily. Officials from both nations participated in the ribbon-cutting ceremony, followed by footage showing trucks and other vehicles using the new crossing. Construction began last year after the project was agreed upon in 2024.

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