Iran's and DPRK series: The State Department criticized the "power" of the Russian army

US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken noted that the attack on Ukraine had to show the power of the Russian army. However, in fact, Moscow is now forced to ask for help in Iran and North Korea. The full -scale invasion of Russia into Ukraine could not prove the power of the Russian army. Moreover, in the seventh month of the war, Moscow is forced to seek military assistance to Iran and North Korea.

This was stated by US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken at a press conference with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg in Brussels. "President Putin thought that his invasion would show Russian military power. Instead, the Russian army appeals to North Korea and Iran for the delivery of her supplies," Blinken said.

At the same time, according to the State Secretary, the possibilities of the Armed Forces of Ukraine are increasing due to the military leadership of the country, the courage of Ukrainian defenders and the support of allies and partners. Blinken also added that Russian President Vladimir Putin hoped that later Western countries would reduce economic pressure on Russia.

However, the allies have united against the backdrop of Russian threats to strengthen economic sanctions that have serious consequences for the Russian economy. The Secretary of State noted that the Russian market has already left more than 1000 companies, and export control overlaps supply to the country of high -tech equipment. "Russia cannot support, not to mention modernization, key economy sectors, from car production to military exports.

They cannot replace weapons used in Ukraine," the Secretary of State said. Stoltenberg stressed that the Alliance will support Ukraine in the long run. The Secretary -General stated that the war in Ukraine is in a critical phase, but Western allies should prepare for serious tests against the background of energy shortages and related life to life. "In the coming months, our unity and solidarity are tested. Due to pressure on energy and a sharp increase in the cost of life caused by war in Russia.

But the price we pay is measured by money. And the price paid by Ukrainians is measured by life," Stoltenberg said. Earlier it was reported that on September 8, US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken made an unannounced visit to Kiev, where he met with Ukrainian officials. During his visit, he stated that the US Presidential Administration would allocate $ 2 billion within long -term military support to Ukraine.