Kim Yo-jong Demands South Korea Apologize for Drone Incursion 2026
On Jan 13, 2026, Kim Yo-jong demanded a formal apology from South Korea over alleged drone incursions, warning of an 'unbearable price' for further provocations.
Pyongyang isn't just talking anymore. Kim Yo-jong, the powerful sister of the North Korean leader, has issued a stern demand for an official apology from Seoul following alleged drone incursions. According to the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA), she characterized the incidents as a violation of sovereignty that would lead to an "unbearable price" if repeated.
The Timeline of Kim Yo-jong Drone Incursion Apology Demand
The statement follows claims from the North Korean military last Saturday that surveillance drones from the South crossed the border in September 2025 and again on January 4, 2026. Kim demanded that the Seoul government acknowledge the provocation, offer an apology, and take measures to ensure such actions don't happen again.
Beyond Rhetoric: The Threat of an Unbearable Price
Kim warned that the North's stance is not a matter of mere words. The phrase "unbearable price" suggests that Pyongyang might be preparing for military retaliation if its demands aren't met. South Korean authorities haven't yet confirmed the drone flights, often maintaining a policy of strategic ambiguity regarding North Korean claims.
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