New York – The United States and its allies are sounding the alarm over the expanding military cooperation between Russia and North Korea, raising concerns about its potential threats and illegality on a global scale. In a recent press briefing, Robert Wood, U.S. deputy ambassador at the U.N., highlighted the signing of a ‘Treaty on Comprehensive Strategic Partnership’ between the two countries, deepening their military ties.
The U.S. and like-minded nations fear the security implications of this collaboration, with worries extending to Europe, the Korean Peninsula, and the wider Indo-Pacific region. With North Korea transferring arms and munitions to Russia, violating U.N. sanctions and fueling the conflict in Ukraine, the situation has become increasingly complex.
Despite denials from Russia’s envoy about weapon transfers, the concerns persist as North Korea seeks trade and military support in defiance of sanctions. The potential long-term effects of this alliance remain uncertain, prompting calls for a measured response from Seoul.