Seoul: Foreign ministers from the Group of Seven (G7) countries, along with South Korea, Australia, and New Zealand, have issued a joint statement condemning the deployment of North Korean troops to Russia in support of its conflict in Ukraine. The statement represents a unified stance against the growing military cooperation between Moscow and Pyongyang.

According to Yonhap News Agency, the G7 countries, which include the United States, Britain, France, Germany, Canada, Japan, and Italy, along with the high representative of the European Union and the three other nations, expressed their strong opposition to this development. The ministers denounced the increased military ties, particularly criticizing Russia’s acquisition of North Korean ballistic missiles.

The statement highlighted the risks associated with North Korea’s support for Russia, describing it as a “dangerous expansion of the conflict.” The ministers noted that this support reflects Russia’s attempts to address its challenges in the ongoing wa
r in Ukraine. They also expressed concerns about any potential transfer of nuclear or ballistic missile-related technology to North Korea.

The joint statement emphasized the commitment of the involved countries to collaborate with international partners to formulate a coordinated response to this situation. The ministers underscored the significance of addressing these developments to uphold international security and stability.