US warns North Korea of consequences for supplying arms to Russia.
North Korea Warned Against Supplying Weapons to Russia for Use Against Ukraine
A top U.S. official issued a stern warning to North Korea on Tuesday, stating that the country will “pay a price” if it supplies weapons to Russia for use against Ukraine. National security advisor Jake Sullivan emphasized that arms negotiations between North Korea and Russia are actively advancing, although there is currently no evidence of active weapon supply.
Seeking Weapons from North Korea
Sullivan revealed that Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu likely visited Pyongyang in late July to request weapons from North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. While the exact timeline for leader-level discussions remains uncertain, Sullivan acknowledged that Kim may be anticipating such engagements with Russia.
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The Kremlin has refused to comment on the possibility of a meeting between Kim and Russian President Vladimir Putin. However, it is evident that Russia is seeking support from North Korea due to the pressure on its defense industrial base.
During his visit to North Korea, Shoigu attended the 70th anniversary of the end of the Korean War. Following his departure, a Russian Air Force plane was spotted in Pyongyang, raising suspicions of potential arms-related activities.
Consequences for North Korea
Sullivan emphasized that North Korea will face repercussions in the international community if it provides weapons to Russia for its ongoing war against Ukraine. The United States will maintain sanctions to impede arms supply to Russia, and Sullivan called on North Korea to honor its commitments to refrain from such actions.
Russia, North Korea Discuss Possible Joint Drills
Amidst the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, both Russia and North Korea have engaged in discussions about potential joint military drills. While it remains uncertain whether North Korea will participate in trilateral drills with China, the United States is closely monitoring the situation and will counter any attempts to acquire military equipment from North Korea.
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