Russia and North Korea Cement Military Alliance with New Defense Pact

The agreement formalizes extensive military cooperation and mutual defense commitments amid ongoing conflicts.

Russia and North Korea have signed a comprehensive strategic partnership agreement, solidifying military and technical cooperation.
The pact includes mechanisms for strengthening defense capabilities and mutual assistance in case of aggression.
North Korea is expected to provide Russia with munitions for the war in Ukraine, while Russia may transfer advanced military technology to Pyongyang.
U.S. officials express concern over the deepening ties, which violate U.N. Security Council resolutions.
The Biden administration's cautious policy on Ukraine's use of U.S. weapons limits Kyiv's ability to disrupt Russian operations effectively.