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South Korea’s top military official suggested that Russia may have provided technological assistance to North Korea’s latest intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM). During a parliamentary hearing on Tuesday, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff stated that Russian technology could have been used in the development of Pyongyang’s most advanced weapon to date.
Last week, North Korea showcased its Hwasong-20 ICBM during a large-scale military parade in Pyongyang. The missile, believed to be nuclear-capable, represents a major step forward in North Korea’s long-range strike capabilities. Analysts believe the Hwasong-20’s design improvements could enable it to reach targets anywhere in the continental United States, raising new concerns about regional and global security.
The South Korean military is closely examining whether the missile incorporates foreign technology, particularly from Russia, amid growing military cooperation between Moscow and Pyongyang. Such collaboration could violate multiple United Nations Security Council resolutions that prohibit the transfer of weapons technology to North Korea.
Recent reports indicate increasing military exchanges between Russia and North Korea, including arms deals that could bolster Moscow’s war efforts in Ukraine. In return, experts suggest Pyongyang may be receiving advanced missile or satellite technology, potentially accelerating its weapons programs.
South Korea’s defense officials emphasized that they are coordinating with allies, including the United States, to monitor and respond to any further developments. The possibility of Russian involvement in North Korea’s missile program adds a new dimension to the global security landscape, intensifying calls for stronger international sanctions and diplomatic pressure.
This latest revelation underscores the growing complexity of North Korea’s weapons advancements and the geopolitical risks associated with its expanding military partnerships.
