Donald Trump makes major statement on Kim Jong-un and Putin after US confirms North Korean troops' presence in Russia

Trump claims Kim Jong-un and Putin joining forces to 'dominate the world'

Following the US confirming that North Korean troops are present in Russia, President Donald Trump has made a major statement concerning Kim Jong-un and Vladimir Putin. Trump alleges that the two leaders are colluding to "dominate the world" and that the US must take action to prevent this from happening.

Trump's statement in full

"I have been monitoring the situation in North Korea and Russia very closely, and it is clear that Kim Jong-un and Vladimir Putin are working together to dominate the world," Trump said. "This is a very dangerous situation, and we must take action to prevent it from happening.

"I have ordered the US military to be on high alert and to be prepared to take whatever action is necessary to protect our country and our allies. We will not allow North Korea and Russia to threaten the security of the world."

Response from the international community

Trump's statement has been met with mixed reactions from the international community. Some countries, such as the UK and France, have expressed support for Trump's stance, while others, such as China and Russia, have criticized his comments.

The United Nations has also called for calm and has urged all parties to refrain from taking any actions that could escalate the situation.

What happens next?

It is unclear what will happen next in the situation between the US, North Korea, and Russia. Trump has said that he is prepared to take whatever action is necessary to protect the US and its allies, but it is unclear what form this action will take.

The situation is likely to remain tense for the foreseeable future, and it is important for all parties involved to exercise caution and restraint.