British defense minister Grant Shapps reveals that Russian President Vladimir Putin is seeking assistance from allies, including North Korea, for weapons to support the ongoing invasion of Ukraine. The use of short-range ballistic missiles obtained from North Korea in airstrikes across Ukraine is highlighted as a significant escalation in the conflict. Shapps vows severe consequences for North Korea's aid to Russia. US intelligence confirms the firing of a North Korean ballistic missile by Russia, and Russia's nearing deal with Iran for more missiles is concerning.