US-South Korea Nuclear Submarine Pact Draws 'Grave' Warning from North Korea
South Korea and the U.S. have agreed to cooperate on nuclear-powered submarines, drawing a stern warning from North Korea, which called it a 'grave security breach.'
An alliance strengthens, but a shadow looms larger over the Korean Peninsula. As South Korea and the United States agree to pursue a new pact on nuclear-powered submarine cooperation, North Korea has issued a stark warning, escalating regional tensions to a new high.
A New Chapter for the Alliance
According to reports from Yonhap News Agency, Seoul and Washington have agreed to forge a stand-alone pact focused specifically on cooperation for nuclear-powered submarines. This move is designed to bolster deterrence against North Korea’s advancing military capabilities. The development comes as the U.S. Senate approved a defense policy bill restricting any reduction of U.S. troops in South Korea, underscoring the alliance's commitment. For Seoul, this pact represents a significant step toward acquiring a long-sought strategic asset.
Pyongyang's Immediate Rebuke
The reaction from Pyongyang was both swift and severe. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un reportedly called the plan a "grave security breach" and warned of a corresponding response. North Korean state media has framed the agreement as a hostile act that undermines denuclearization efforts on the Korean Peninsula and risks triggering a regional arms race.
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