Kim Jong Un blamed the U.S. for escalating global tensions, warning of a potential “most destructive thermonuclear war” and asserting that past negotiations only revealed America’s hostile policy. This statement follows North Korea’s deployment of over 10,000 troops to Russia’s war in Ukraine, a move condemned by a joint statement from the U.S. and its allies. The U.S. has accused North Korea of unlawful missile launches and deepening military cooperation with Russia. Despite previous engagement under the Trump administration, relations between the U.S. and North Korea remain strained under the Biden presidency.
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Ukraine claims Russia recently fired a new missile, boasting a flight time of 15 minutes and a speed exceeding Mach 11. This claim immediately sparks debate, raising questions about the novelty and strategic implications of this alleged feat.
The speed itself, while impressive at over 8,000 mph, isn’t entirely unprecedented in the world of ballistic missiles. Existing technology, like the US Minuteman II missile from 1965, achieved speeds well in excess of Mach 11, reaching approximately Mach 22 at its peak. This suggests that the speed, while notable, may not represent a genuinely groundbreaking technological advancement.
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Following Russia’s missile strike on Dnipro, which utilized an intercontinental ballistic missile and prompted threats from Vladimir Putin against Western nations, China urged all involved parties to maintain calm and restraint. China’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson emphasized the need for dialogue and consultation to de-escalate the situation and facilitate a political resolution to the Ukraine crisis. This call for restraint comes amidst reports of the attack’s damage to civilian infrastructure and Putin’s threats of retaliation. China’s stated position remains focused on achieving a ceasefire through peaceful means.
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Congressman McCaul asserted that Russia’s escalation in Ukraine, despite President-elect Trump’s warnings, necessitates a stronger US response. He lauded the provision of ATACMS to Ukraine, arguing it bolsters their negotiating position while also aiding the fight against Russian and North Korean forces in Kursk. McCaul criticized the Biden administration’s slow delivery of aid and warned of a looming “unholy alliance” between Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea, emphasizing the need for strong US support to prevent further aggression and a potential conflict involving Taiwan. He stressed the moral imperative for the US to aid Ukraine, highlighting the severe global consequences of a Russian victory.
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In July 2023, Swiss P Defence delivered 645,000 rounds of sniper ammunition to a Polish company, which subsequently re-exported it to Ukraine. This action violated Switzerland’s arms embargo and neutrality policy, as the ammunition’s ultimate destination was not disclosed to Swiss authorities. The Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO) has suspended further exports to the Polish company, and an investigation revealed that Swiss P Defence was unaware of the re-export to Ukraine. The ammunition’s use in Ukraine remains unconfirmed.
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In a recent announcement, President Putin confirmed Russia’s successful test of a new intermediate-range missile. This test involved a strike against Ukraine. The announcement did not provide specifics on the missile’s capabilities or the target location. The test highlights Russia’s ongoing military advancements and escalation of the conflict in Ukraine.
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In response to Ukraine using Western-supplied long-range weapons to strike inside Russia, President Putin announced a test launch of a new intermediate-range ballistic missile. This missile, based on the RS-26 Rubezh ICBM design, is capable of carrying conventional or nuclear warheads and was used to strike Ukrainian targets. Putin explicitly warned countries supplying Ukraine with weapons that they could become targets, highlighting the escalation of the conflict. Although the U.S. downplayed the impact of this new weapon, the incident represents a significant escalation and a direct warning to Western nations involved in supporting Ukraine. The Biden administration affirmed continued military aid to Ukraine.
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Reports alleging the sexual assault of a Russian teacher by North Korean soldiers near the Ukraine conflict zone have been refuted by both the Kursk regional office of Russia’s Internal Affairs Ministry and the Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia. The ministry called the reports “false information,” while the university stated that no faculty members were in the area and the alleged victim’s description didn’t match any of their staff. These denials follow reports and video circulating on social media. Despite these denials, separate reports indicate that thousands of North Korean soldiers may be deployed in the region.
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On November 21st, Russia launched a conventional intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) at Dnipro, along with other missiles, injuring civilians and damaging infrastructure. This unprecedented use of an ICBM in the Ukraine conflict, originating from Astrakhan Oblast, prompted President Zelensky to declare that Putin is utilizing Ukraine as a testing ground for weaponry. The attack followed recent US authorization of Ukrainian strikes within Russia using Western-supplied missiles and Russia’s updated nuclear policy. Zelensky emphasized Russia’s pursuit of additional missiles internationally, highlighting Putin’s desperation to maintain control over Ukraine.
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NATO’s collective defense commitment is tested by Russia’s actions in Ukraine and heightened tensions in Eastern Europe, particularly concerning critical infrastructure sabotage. Despite strong rhetoric, concerns persist regarding the UK’s military readiness, especially given its historically small army and recent cuts to its naval and air capabilities. A cost-cutting program has resulted in the decommissioning of several warships and aircraft. These concerns are underscored by ongoing assessments of UK military capabilities, even amidst recent successful live-fire exercises of new artillery systems in Finland.
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