War is brewing between the Koreas: Defense Express explains why the DPRK-Russia alliance is key

Defense Express reported the information.

North Korea recently declared it intends to shift its maritime border further south. Soon after, it accused South Korean drones of breaching its airspace and warned that another such incident would lead to "catastrophic consequences." Amid these tensions, with artillery units already on high alert near the demilitarized zone, the roads to the South were demolished.

Adding to this, Kim Jong-Un convened a "security and defense meeting" with his military brass, including the top ranks of the General Staff. This resembled something akin to a “war council,” the outlet says. 

Meanwhile, South Korea isn’t taking these threats lightly. Notably, the Taurus cruise missile was demonstrated for the first time in seven years, and before that, they showcased the Hyunmoo-V, a massive anti-bunker missile with a staggering 8-ton warhead. South Korea’s defense minister has also made it clear: they’re prepared to defend the country, even at great cost.

A crucial factor for Pyongyang, however, could be its alliance with Russia. Just yesterday, on October 14, the Russian Parliament began its deliberation on the treaty, a process that hinges entirely on Putin’s circle.

The significance of the treaty lies in Article 4, which clearly states that if one party is attacked, the other will "provide military and other assistance by all available means." Essentially, this cements a military alliance between two nuclear-armed regimes, with a combined force of 1.2 and 1.5 million soldiers, Defense Express writes.

Adding a layer of complexity, on October 14, Russia’s so-called Defense Minister, Belousov, made an unannounced visit to Beijing. The official details were vague, but Russian sources stated that the two nations share "common views and assessments" on global matters, which could be a nod to China's stance on Taiwan, where military drills are ramping up once again.

In short, the clock is ticking, and the alignment of forces between Pyongyang, Moscow, and Beijing might be a dangerous signal.