\u201cThe war in Ukraine is connected to the wider actions of aggressor nations supporting Russia’s military operations,\u201d <\/em>McMaster said, adding that these countries share a unified objective of undermining the global democratic framework.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHe pointed out that North Korea, often labeled a pariah state, has provided approximately $40 billion worth of assistance to Russia, including 6-8 million artillery shells and human resources. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Meanwhile, Iran has supplied Russia with drones, while receiving technical support and assistance with missile and, potentially, nuclear programs in return. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
McMaster also highlighted China’s role in financing Russia’s efforts by purchasing energy resources, thus bolstering Russia’s economy, which is struggling to stay afloat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The former national security advisor also warned that a perceived decline in U.S. commitment to Ukraine could lead to further Chinese aggression, particularly against Taiwan and in the South China Sea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Moreover, McMaster warned that those advocating for a shift in U.S. priorities, such as focusing on competition with China, fail to grasp the inseparable link between confronting China and the outcome of the war in Ukraine. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cI could present this argument to the Secretary of Defense or anyone who believes the U.S. should reduce its support for Ukraine,\u201d <\/em>he added.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHe described this situation as a “mutually reinforcing issue” involving a coalition of aggressor nations with differing plans but a shared aim of destroying the existing world order.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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