North Korean, Russian Military Ties ‘Illegal,’ Claims South Korea's Leader

The South Korean president on Monday called military ties between North Korea and Russia “illegal,” vowing “thorough countermeasures” from Seoul.

“The recent international security situation and the illegal military cooperation between North Korea and Russia pose a significant threat to our national security," Yoon Suk Yeol told parliament in a budget speech read by Prime Minister Han Duck-soo, Anadolu Agency reported.

“We will thoroughly review all possible scenarios to prepare countermeasures,” Yoon added.