The United States plans to impose new sanctions against North Korea before President Joe Biden leaves office, according to sources. The concern centers on Pyongyang's decision to deploy combat forces. Assessments indicate that North Korea could send up to 100,000 troops to Russia. Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky advocates for using Western weapons to strike military targets in Russia, without specifying operational details.
Amid the war in Ukraine approaching its third winter, the Biden administration is worried and is committed to providing assistance to Kiev before Trump's inauguration in January. In this context, Biden has authorized the use of long-range American missiles to be used by Ukraine in attacks within Russia, marking a significant shift in U.S. policy regarding the conflict.
High-ranking officials have mentioned that the weapons could be used in response to the movement of North Korean troops towards Russia in support of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Discussions on the topic have gained momentum since Trump's victory in the elections, although it is unlikely that the granted permission will go as far as requested by Ukraine.
The rapprochement between Putin and Kim Jong Un worries allies, who fear for the security balance in the Indo-Pacific region. The issue is expected to be raised at the G20 summit to be held in Brazil. Pyongyang has supported Russia with weaponry, arguing that this decision will allow them to better defend against attacks aimed at their infrastructure and key cities.
