A nuclear-powered US submarine has made a port call in South Korea, and defense officials in Pyongyang are bristling. A spokesperson says the move further escalates military tensions in the region.
The submarine arrived in the southeastern city of Busan on Monday.
The defense ministry spokesperson released a statement on Tuesday in the ruling Workers' Party newspaper Rodong Sinmun, denouncing the United States for "openly ignoring" the North's security concerns.
The spokesperson warned the United States to stop provocations that stir up instability.
The spokesperson also says North Korea's armed forces would act to deter any threats to regional security and "exercise the legitimate right to punish the provokers."
South Korea's Yonhap News Agency says Pyongyang is likely testing the administration of US President Donald Trump, who says he is prepared to reengage with North Korea.
The submarine arrived in the southeastern city of Busan on Monday.
The defense ministry spokesperson released a statement on Tuesday in the ruling Workers' Party newspaper Rodong Sinmun, denouncing the United States for "openly ignoring" the North's security concerns.
The spokesperson warned the United States to stop provocations that stir up instability.
The spokesperson also says North Korea's armed forces would act to deter any threats to regional security and "exercise the legitimate right to punish the provokers."
South Korea's Yonhap News Agency says Pyongyang is likely testing the administration of US President Donald Trump, who says he is prepared to reengage with North Korea.
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U.S. nuclear-powered submarine visit in South Korea escalates military tensions, as per North Korean defense officials. The spokesperson criticizes the U.S., denouncing it for ignoring security concerns and provoking instability. They warn against further provocations, threatening to counteract
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URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20250211_13/
Date: Feb. 11, 2025
Created: 2025/02/12 07:00
Updated: 2025/12/08 06:19
Last Read: 2025/02/12 08:44