Russia has allegedly shared US military intelligence with Iran, potentially aiding Tehran in targeting American assets in the Middle East.
The move comes as North Korean leader Kim Jong-un ramps up military activity amid the US-Iran conflict.
According to a Washington Post report, Moscow provided Tehran with information that could help identify US warships, aircraft, and other military assets in the region.
US officials familiar with intelligence assessments claim Russia has been sharing this information since the conflict escalated on Saturday.
Less than a week into the conflict, the Iranian military's capacity to find American forces has deteriorated, officials told The Washington Post.
The White House downplayed the reports, stating that Russia's alleged targeting aid has not impacted military operations in Iran.
Kim Jong-un, meanwhile, supervised a cruise missile launch from a new warship and reaffirmed his need for a nuclear-armed navy, according to state media.
Analysts believe the display of military might was intended to demonstrate the navy's nuclear strike capacity, potentially complicating future diplomatic negotiations with Washington.
