<ul><li>North Korea sent troops and weapons into Russia's war in Ukraine.</li><li>US military leaders suspect North Korea could receive help with missiles and submarines in return.</li><li>The deepening relationship between North Korea and Russia allows Pyongyang to circumvent international sanctions, fill military gaps, and seek a new status on the world stage.</li><li>China's support for Russia in the conflict could potentially benefit its submarine program in the Pacific.</li></ul>

Here is what US military leaders in the Pacific suspect North Korea is getting for sending troops and weapons into Russia's war

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