North Korea warns US over Taiwan and pledges support for Russia

North Korean leadership has condemned the United States for delivering fighter jets to Taiwan while pledging continued support for Russia.

North Korean state media, KCNA, issued a warning to the United States regarding its military involvement in Taiwan. According to The Japan Times, the condemnation specifically targeted the recent delivery of new F-16V Block 70 fighter jets from the U.S. to Taiwan.

Alongside the warning to Washington, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un pledged support for Russia. Both Reuters and The Japan Times reported that the North Korean leadership used the occasion to reaffirm its commitment to its relationship with Moscow.

The statements from Pyongyang highlight a dual focus on U.S. defense exports in Asia and the country's ties with Russia. While both outlets noted the messaging, The Japan Times provided the specific details regarding the fighter jet model that triggered the response from state media.