Russia’s long-dormant commercial air service to North Korea has resumed, signaling a new chapter in the relationship between the two nations. The first flight, which has not operated for over a decade, was met with warmth by North Korean officials who welcomed Russian passengers with floral arrangements and implemented health checks using modern electronic thermometers. This development comes amid a broader thaw in relations between Moscow and Pyongyang, potentially opening new avenues for economic cooperation and diplomatic dialogue.