Why Russia Is Protecting North Korea From Nuclear Monitors
Russia's relationship with North Korea raises concerns over sanctions evasion and nuclear proliferation decline.
- Bilawal Riaz
- 1 min read
The relationship between Russia and North Korea is under scrutiny as Russia has blocked a UN Security Council panel monitoring North Korea’s sanctions evasion. Previously aligned in preventing nuclear proliferation in North Korea, Russia is now suspected of aiding North Korea by providing fuel in exchange for weapons used against Ukraine, as revealed by satellite imagery. This development underscores a decline in global efforts to curb nuclear proliferation.