North Korea's recent test of cruise missiles serves as a stark reminder of the country's expanding military capabilities. This development should not be taken lightly, as it poses a significant threat to regional and global security. It is imperative that the international community takes swift action to address this issue.
Firstly, North Korea's possession and testing of cruise missiles demonstrate its determination to enhance its military power. These weapons are highly versatile and can be used for various purposes, including targeting naval vessels or launching attacks on land-based targets. By showcasing their ability to develop and test such advanced weaponry, North Korea is sending a clear message that it will not hesitate to use force if necessary.
North Korea's possession of a nuclear-capable weapon poses a significant threat to regional stability in Northeast Asia. The country has a history of aggressive behavior, including missile tests and provocative rhetoric, which has heightened tensions in the region. Allowing them to possess such advanced weaponry only increases the likelihood of conflict, potentially leading to catastrophic consequences for neighboring countries.
The report in state media came a day after South Korea’s military said it detected the North firing several cruise missiles into waters off its western coast. It didn’t immediately provide more details about the numbers of missiles fired or their flight characteristics.
The North’s official Korean Central News Agency said the Pulhwasal-3-31 missile is still in its development phase and that the launch did not pose a threat to neighbors. It described the missile as “strategic,” implying an intent to arm them with nuclear weapons.
South Korea and Japan. They supplement the country’s huge lineup of ballistic missiles, including intercontinental ballistic missiles designed to reach the U.S. mainland.
North Korea claims they are nuclear-capable and their range is up to about 1,240 miles, a distance that would include U.S. military bases in Japan.
Pyongyang’s policy shift comes about a month after both Koreas abandoned their five-year military deconfliction agreement. Kim and then-South Korean President Moon Jae-in agreed in 2018 to enact a host of peace-building measures, including a ban on armed guards and aircraft flights near the border. North Korea withdrew from the agreement in November, claiming U.S.-South Korea military exercises compromised its security. South Korea announced it would lift its ban on aircraft flights near the border, citing Pyongyang’s launch of a military reconnaissance satellite the same month. Read more
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