Britain condemned Russia's decision to use North Korean-made ballistic missiles in recent attacks against Ukraine. A spokesperson for the British Foreign Office stated on Thursday, January 4, that this action by Moscow is severely condemned, saying, "We urge North Korea to stop sending weapons to Russia." This reaction came after the White House announced, based on newly acquired intelligence, that North Korea had recently supplied ballistic missiles and launchers for use in the war against Ukraine, and that Russia had fired some of them towards Ukraine. Additionally, John Kirby, the National Security Council's Strategic Communications Coordinator, expressed concern during his press conference on Thursday regarding the progress of negotiations between the Islamic Republic and Russia for the Kremlin to purchase short-range ballistic missiles from Tehran. He stated that Washington would refer the matter to the United Nations Security Council in addition to imposing further sanctions. According to Mr. Kirby, the United States will impose more sanctions on those facilitating arms deals. He described the transfer of North Korean weapons to Russia as "concerning." Abram Pili told Voice of America: "We take the threat of Iran's arms cooperation with the Houthis and Russia seriously." Exclusive; Abram Pili: "The Biden administration's focus in 2024 is to counter the wide range of destabilizing behaviors of the Islamic Republic in the world." Washington expressed concern over Iran and Russia's negotiations for the sale of ballistic missiles.
Britain Condemns Russia's Use of North Korean Ballistic Missiles Against Ukraine
Britain condemned Russia's use of North Korean ballistic missiles against Ukraine, urging North Korea to halt weapon shipments. The U.S. expressed concern over North Korea's missile supplies to Russia and ongoing negotiations between Iran and Russia for missile sales. This situation raises alarms about the growing military cooperation among these nations.
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📰 What Happened
Britain condemned Russia's use of North Korean missiles against Ukraine, urging North Korea to cease arms shipments.
- British Foreign Office condemn Russia
- White House announce North Korea, Russia
- John Kirby express concern Iran, Russia
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The condemnation of arms transfers underscores the growing international scrutiny of Iran's military partnerships.
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