Kim Jong Un Threatens Nuclear Retaliation Against South Korea If Attacked

Kim Jong Un has issued a stark warning to South Korea, threatening nuclear retaliation if North Korea’s sovereignty is compromised.

What Happened: During a visit to a special forces training base, Kim emphasized that any encroachment by South Korea would prompt the use of all offensive capabilities, including nuclear arms, DW reported on Friday.

This warning was a direct response to South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, who stated that any nuclear aggression from the North would lead to “the end of the North Korean regime.” Yoon’s comments came during South Korea’s Armed Forces Day, following the unveiling of Seoul’s Hyunmoo-5 ballistic missile.

Kim criticized Yoon, calling him “an abnormal man.” His sister, Kim Yo Jong, also mocked South Korea’s military capabilities, asserting that they could not counter North Korea’s nuclear forces with conventional weapons.

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Relations between the Koreas remain strained, with North Korea conducting missile tests and South Korea increasing military exercises with the United States. Diplomatic talks have been stalled since 2019, and North Korea’s parliament is expected to declare a “two-state” system, rejecting reconciliation with the South.

Why It Matters: The tensions between North and South Korea have been escalating, with recent incidents further straining relations. In September, South Korea vowed “stern military action” after North Korea launched trash-filled balloons that disrupted operations at Incheon International Airport. This incident led to temporary shutdowns, affecting numerous flights and passengers.

Additionally, North Korea’s recent missile tests, coinciding with joint military exercises by China and Russia, indicate a shift away from diplomatic negotiations with the United States. Analysts interpret these tests as a demonstration of North Korea’s commitment to expanding its nuclear and conventional arsenal. The successful test-firing of a new tactical ballistic missile, overseen by Kim Jong Un himself, underscores this stance.

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