April 24, 2025 5:16 am
Full News

Biden Unveils Strategy to Counter Growing Russia-Iran-North Korea-China Alliance Before Trump Inauguration

WASHINGTON – With just weeks remaining before President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration, President Joe Biden is urging U.S. national security agencies to devise new strategies to address growing cooperation among Russia, Iran, North Korea, and China, senior U.S. officials said.

In a national security memorandum issued on Dec. 10, Biden highlighted the evolving dynamics of these alliances. The document, described to reporters in general terms but not independently reviewed, outlines concerns about coordinated efforts among the four nations that could challenge U.S. and allied interests across Europe and Asia.

Emerging Alliances and Threats

The memorandum details exchanges between the countries, such as Iran supplying aid to Russia’s war in Ukraine in return for fighter jets, missile defense systems, and space technology. It also notes Russian President Vladimir Putin’s provision of fuel, financial aid, and recognition of North Korea as a de facto nuclear state.

Additionally, Russia and China have intensified their military collaboration, including joint patrols in the Arctic, a region of growing geopolitical importance.

The administration’s assessment underscores the risks of these alliances but also notes limitations to their cooperation. For example, the memo highlights Russia and Iran’s failure to assist their ally, former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, who was recently ousted.

Strategic Restructuring

The new document orders U.S. government agencies to reorganize their efforts, shifting from region-specific groups to task forces focused on cross-cutting issues involving the four nations. The goal is to improve coordination of sanctions, export controls, and crisis management across multiple fronts.

The initiative aims to provide a framework for the incoming Trump administration and Congress. “When the new team sort of looks at it, I don’t think they will see anything in it that is trying to box them in or tilt them towards one policy option or another,” a senior official said.

Challenges and Opportunities

Biden’s administration acknowledges the complexity of applying sanctions or export controls without triggering retaliation from adversaries. Additionally, the strategy seeks to address simultaneous crises involving these nations, such as reports of North Korean troops serving in Russia.

While the document identifies closer collaboration among the four nations, officials emphasize the potential strains within the group. “This realignment raises for China the question about what kind of future it wants to see and if it really wants to be all-in with this grouping,” an official noted.

The policies outlined in Biden’s memorandum could either be adopted or disregarded by the Trump administration, which will take office on Jan. 20. Officials involved in drafting the strategy hope it offers “new options” for the next administration to effectively address the challenges posed by this coalition of adversaries.

Related News
Pope Francis Installs 21 New Cardinals, Appears with Bruised Chin
Iran Dismisses Finance Minister
Indonesia’s New President Seeks Collaboration with China Ahead of U.S. Visit
U.S. Continues Search for Journalist Austin Tice in Syria, No Current U.S. Personnel on the Ground
Tareq Rahman’s Aynaghor (Mirror Room) Visit and Negative Framing: A Comparative Responsibility Analysis of Enforced Disappearances and Extrajudicial Killings by BNP and Awami League
Journalist Farzana Rupa Questions Harassment Over Murder Charges in Court
Related Posts
MIDI Strategic Vision: Analysis of Development and Economic Impact in Bangladesh.
Title: South Asia’s Growth Prospects Declining Alarmingly: World Bank
India Declares Pakistani Military Advisers ‘Persona Non Grata’
India Cancels Indus Water Treaty with Pakistan Following Kashmir Attack
Swachip Office Vandalized Amid Political Turmoil : Bangladeshi Doctors’ Body Blames ‘Illegitimate Yunus Government’
Modi Avoids Pakistani Airspace on Return from Saudi Arabia
More News

Trump Administration Transfers Migrants to Guantánamo Bay Amid Gang Allegations

The Trump administration has transferred a new group of migrants to the U.S. military base at Guantánamo Bay, Cuba, citing possible ties to a Venezuelan gang, according to officials familiar with the operation. An Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) charter flight from El Paso transported approximately 20 individuals to the base on Thursday, officials confirmed […]

Elon Musk Criticizes Australia’s Social Media Ban; PM Albanese Says Musk Pushing Agenda

Sydney – Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on December 1 dismissed criticism by Elon Musk of the country’s newly legislated social media ban for children under 16, saying the billionaire and X (formerly Twitter) owner was “pushing an agenda” for his platform. However, Albanese indicated he was open to discussions with Musk regarding the policy. […]

Final Destination: Bloodlines Announces 2025 Release Date

The highly anticipated sixth installment in the Final Destination horror series, Bloodlines, has confirmed its release date for May 16, 2025. Directed by Zach Lipovsky and Adam Stein from a script by Guy Busick and Lori Evans Taylor, the film will take over the slot originally held by the mystery thriller Flowervale Street, which has […]

Canon and Imagica Group Unveil VR Footage Simulating Space Travel, Captured from the Stratosphere

Canon Inc., in collaboration with Imagica Group Inc., a prominent video production company, has released stunning VR footage captured from the stratosphere using advanced camera technology. The footage was created using three high-performance cameras mounted on a balloon that ascended to an altitude of approximately 25,000 meters. Designed to simulate the experience of space travel, […]

Soul Singer Brenton Wood Dies at 83

Brenton Wood, the soulful singer known for his 1967 hit “The Oogum Boogum Song,” has passed away at the age of 83. He died peacefully at his home in Moreno Valley, California, on January 3, 2025, surrounded by family and friends. His death was confirmed to be from natural causes. Wood’s final words to his […]

Can Bangladesh’s Yunus Overcome Sheikh Hasina’s Legacy and Deliver Reform?

Bangladesh’s interim leader, Muhammad Yunus, faces the daunting task of rebuilding the nation after the fall of Sheikh Hasina’s long-standing regime. However, he must navigate strong resistance from her supporters while addressing economic and political challenges. Since taking office, Yunus has struggled with rising inflation and delays in implementing crucial reforms in the judiciary, political […]

Bangladesh Leader Sheikh Hasina’s Passport Among 97 Cancelled; List Includes 5 Former DGs of DGFI

In a significant move by the current administration, passports have been revoked for 97 people linked to incidents of alleged enforced disappearances and alleged killings during the Awami League’s governance, specifically during the unrest in July. The list prominently includes ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who was forced out of power due to a July […]

Landslides and Floods Devastate Java Island, Indonesia: 10 Dead, 2 Missing

Indonesian authorities have confirmed the recovery of 10 bodies following devastating landslides and flash floods on the country’s main island of Java. Officials reported on Monday that two individuals remain missing as rescue efforts continue. Heavy rainfall over the past week caused rivers to overflow, leading to destructive floods that swept through more than 170 […]

Australia Strengthens Defence with New Long-Range Missiles Amid Rising Tensions with China

Australia is accelerating efforts to deploy long-range missiles in response to the arrival of powerful Chinese warships near its coast, underscoring Beijing’s growing naval influence. The move aims to bolster military preparedness and safeguard Australia’s maritime territories. Canberra has announced plans to equip its army with advanced anti-ship missiles and modern targeting radars, enhancing its […]

Fighting Fire and Stigma: California Inmates on the Frontlines

Nearly 1,000 incarcerated men and women are battling record-breaking wildfires in southern California, risking their lives as part of a volunteer program run by the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR). Currently, 939 inmates are deployed, marking a steady increase since the fires began spreading uncontrollably across Los Angeles. The wildfires have destroyed over […]