Deepening Military Alliances

Recent developments highlight the strengthening military collaboration between Russia and countries like Iran, North Korea, and China, which have become significant for Russia's war efforts in Ukraine. Iran is reportedly supplying ballistic missiles, while North Korea's assistance has also been crucial in sustaining Russian military operations. The escalation in international support, particularly from China, encompasses not just non-lethal aid but increasingly lethal capabilities, which shifts the dynamics of diplomatic tensions. This evolving military alliance suggests that Russia's reliance on these nations is substantial and could reshape the regional balance of power.