War
Details
Event title
Ukraine - Blinken Warns of Strong Response to North Korean Troops in Ukraine
Source
Main event
Event date (UTC)
2024-11-14 19:26:47
Last update (UTC)
2025-01-07 17:42:19
Severity
High
Area range
Multiple countries wide event
Address/Affected area(s)
Ukraine and Russia
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken warned that any involvement of North Korean troops in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine would trigger a strong response. He made the statement during a joint address with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte at NATO's headquarters in Brussels.Blinken emphasized that global security is becoming increasingly interconnected across various regions, including the Euro-Atlantic, Indo-Pacific, and the Middle East. As such, it is vital for countries and military alliances to enhance cooperation to address threats effectively.He also highlighted NATO's efforts in recent years to strengthen ties with Indo-Pacific partners, noting that the alliance would continue to focus on expanding this cooperation in the upcoming months.Blinken's remarks came as he attended a meeting with NATO's permanent representatives in Brussels.