North Korea Conducts Nuclear Counterattack Drill
The recent simulation of North Korea’s “nuclear trigger” management system has raised concerns internationally, serving as a warning signal to its adversaries.
Key Points:
- North Korea’s leader Kim Jong Un oversaw the country’s first nuclear counterattack drill, involving the simulation of its “nuclear trigger” management system.
- Several short-range ballistic missiles were fired towards the sea off North Korea’s east coast, according to South Korea’s military.
- The drill aimed to showcase North Korea’s diversified nuclear capabilities and respond to perceived military threats from the United States and South Korea.
- The simulation involved firing artillery with mock nuclear warheads and positioning troops for a nuclear counterattack in case of crisis alerts.
- Kim Jong Un expressed satisfaction with the readiness of North Korea’s tactical nuclear attack weapons.
Recent Developments:
North Korea has been actively testing its military capabilities, including launching strategic cruise missiles and testing large warheads. The country is reportedly preparing to launch another spy satellite after a successful satellite placement in orbit last year.
South Korea and Japan have condemned North Korea’s missile launches as blatant provocations, with Japan issuing alerts following the recent missile tests.
International Response:
The missile launches by North Korea come in the wake of Russia’s veto at the United Nations Security Council to halt monitoring of sanctions violations related to North Korea’s nuclear and weapons program.
