Global Sanctions Intensify Over Russia-North Korea Arms Trade

The Biden administration is increasingly worried about the growing military alliance between Russia and North Korea, which could enhance Pyongyang's nuclear capabilities and escalate tensions in the Asia-Pacific region. U.S. officials fear North Korea might take provocative military actions near the U.S. presidential election, potentially at Russia's behest, to create global turmoil. This alliance marks a significant shift from Russia's previous cooperation with the U.S. to control North Korea's nuclear ambitions.