Russia warns US, South Korea, and Japan against forming an alliance threatening North Korea

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has issued a strong statement warning the United States, South Korea, and Japan in using their relations to target South Korea and the Russia.

Speaking at a press conference in Wonsan (North Korea), the Russian foreign minister said, "The North Korean leadership drew the necessary conclusions long before the Israeli and US strikes on Iran," in response to a related question. "These conclusions were made in good time, and no one is considering using force against North Korea despite the military buildup around the country by the United States, South Korea, and Japan."

"We warn against exploiting these ties to build alliances directed against anyone, including North Korea and, of course, Russia," Lavrov concluded.