North Korea has sent a message of solidarity to Venezuela, telling the country, “You are not alone.”

Observers note that the message also reflects a broader trend in global politics, where countries under sanctions or diplomatic isolation increasingly strengthen ties with one another. Nations such as Russia, Iran, and North Korea have expanded cooperation with Venezuela in areas including trade, energy, and diplomacy in recent years.

Supporters of Venezuela’s government welcomed the statement as evidence that the country still has allies on the world stage. Critics, however, argue that closer alignment with heavily sanctioned states could deepen Venezuela’s international isolation and complicate efforts to improve relations with Western governments.