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Biden Issues Classified National Security Memo on Tuesday to Guide Trump on China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea

Dec 11, 2024, 10:20 AM

President Joe Biden has issued a classified national security memorandum on Tuesday, aimed at addressing the increasing cooperation between China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea. According to senior U.S. officials, the document outlines directives for the U.S. government to generate options for the incoming Trump administration to manage potential surprises from these countries. Key points include Russia providing North Korea with much-needed fuel, funding, and dual-use technology, effectively recognizing North Korea as a nuclear state. Russia is also offering vital assistance to Iran in areas like fighter aircraft, missile defense, and space technology. Additionally, there has been an increase in military and technical cooperation between Russia and China, including joint patrols in the Arctic. The memorandum serves as a roadmap for the Trump administration to counter the deepening ties among these nations.