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UPDATED Sep 8, 2026 at 2:17 PM ET
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Russia and North Korea open first road bridge at border
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Russia and North Korea opened the first road bridge across their shared border over the Tumen River, linking Rason and Khasan. The 1-kilometer, two-lane bridge and a new border crossing point are designed to handle up to 300 vehicles per day, with ceremonies held simultaneously in both cities.
WHO: Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin and North Korean Premier Pak Thae Song
WHAT: Inauguration of a new road bridge and border crossing between Russia and North Korea over the Tumen River
WHEN: Reported Sep 8, 2026 at 1:40 AM ET
WHERE: Tumen River border crossing between Rason and Khasan
WHY: The bridge was opened to expand transport infrastructure near the border and boost trade and cooperation.
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