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North Korea Increases Arms Shipments, Including Ballistic Missiles and Rocket Launchers, to Russia Amid Ukraine War

Dec 23, 2024, 08:45 AM

North Korea has significantly increased its arms shipments to Russia amid the ongoing Ukraine war, supplying both older ammunition and advanced weaponry, including ballistic missiles and rocket launchers. This development has been corroborated by various sources, including The Wall Street Journal, which reports that the supplies are rising in volume, allowing North Korea to receive essential cash and oil from Russia in return. Furthermore, North Korea has emerged as a leading ally for Russia in the conflict, not only providing military equipment but also sending soldiers to support Moscow's efforts in Ukraine. With Russian technical assistance, North Korea's arms production capabilities are now operating at full capacity to meet the demands of this military cooperation.