Escalating Tensions Between Russia, Ukraine, and North Korea
The Kremlin launched a new ballistic missile as a warning to Ukraine's Western allies, resulting in escalating threats from Putin and Kim Jong Un. Despite this, the US and European partners remain supportive of Kyiv. The new missile deployment and alliance between Moscow and Pyongyang have raised tensions, but Western officials downplay the intimidation efforts. The US and allies have relaxed restrictions on Kyiv and continue to support Ukraine despite Putin's threats.