North Korea Criticizes US Arms Sales to Taiwan as Kim Reaffirms Support for Russia

North Korea criticized US arms sales to Taiwan on Wednesday, accusing Washington of fueling tensions in the Taiwan Strait.

The criticism focused on the regional security implications of the sales, with Pyongyang portraying US military support for Taiwan as a source of instability.

The remarks came as North Korean leader Kim Jong Un renewed his support for Russia, underscoring his government’s alignment with Moscow.

US arms supplies to Taiwan have long been a sensitive issue in relations across the strait. North Korea’s latest criticism added its voice to opposition to Washington’s role in the dispute.