On 8 August 1945, the Soviet Union formally established a communist government in North Korea, marking a significant shift in the geopolitical landscape of East Asia.
This move came shortly after the USSR declared war on Japan, hastening the end of World War II.
The Soviet forces quickly occupied the Korean Peninsula north of the 38th parallel, laying the foundation for the Democratic People's Republic of Korea.
The new regime, led by Kim Il-sung, aligned closely with Soviet communist ideologies and received substantial support from Moscow.
This event set the stage for the division of Korea, contributing to the long-standing tensions and eventual outbreak of the Korean War.
