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North Korea threat: South Koreas approach differs from US and Japan

North Korea threat: South Koreas approach differs from US and Japan

Defence Minister Itsunori Onodera said Japans military could deter a missile attack on US territory by North Korea. Should North Korea attack Guam, Onodera said the missiles could be shot down by the Japanese military before reaching the U.S according to Onodera. Meanwhile, South Korea has had a nuclear deterrence since the Korean War when the U.S. vowed to protect the country from its northern neighbor. Pyongyangs recent long-range missile tests havent startled the average South Korean citizen, according to CNN. They say either active war is still highly unlikely or Im not really paying attention to politics, sorry. Aug 11, 2017
​Pentagon Chief James Mattis warns North Korea

​Pentagon Chief James Mattis warns North Korea

James Mattis issued a warning to North Korea, as he Pentagon chief urged the reclusive nation to cease any consideration of actions that would lead to the end of its regime and destruction of its people. The statement came just one day after President Donald Trumps threats of fire and fury in response to the ongoing international ballistic missile tests in Pyongyang. New sanctions on the countrys exports—a  $1 billion ban—were unanimously approved by the UN. Aug 10, 2017
​Pentagon Chief James Mattis warns North Korea

​Pentagon Chief James Mattis warns North Korea

James Mattis issued a warning to North Korea, as he Pentagon chief urged the reclusive nation to cease any consideration of actions that would lead to the end of its regime and destruction of its people. The statement came just one day after President Donald Trumps threats of fire and fury in response to the ongoing international ballistic missile tests in Pyongyang. New sanctions on the countrys exports—a  $1 billion ban—were unanimously approved by the UN. Aug 10, 2017
North Koreans stage massive rally to denounce latest UN sanctions

North Koreans stage massive rally to denounce latest UN sanctions

Thousands of North Koreans staged a massive demonstration in Pyongyang on Wednesday (9 August), denouncing the latest UN sanctions against the Kim Jong-un regime. In a unanimous vote on 5 August, the 15 members of the United Nations Security Council slapped new sanctions on Pyongyang after it launched two intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBM) in July. The sanctions will see the reclusive states $3bn (£2.3bn) annual export revenue being slashed by a third. Aug 10, 2017
North Koreans stage massive rally to denounce latest UN sanctions

North Koreans stage massive rally to denounce latest UN sanctions

Thousands of North Koreans staged a massive demonstration in Pyongyang on Wednesday (9 August), denouncing the latest UN sanctions against the Kim Jong-un regime. In a unanimous vote on 5 August, the 15 members of the United Nations Security Council slapped new sanctions on Pyongyang after it launched two intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBM) in July. The sanctions will see the reclusive states $3bn (£2.3bn) annual export revenue being slashed by a third. Aug 10, 2017
Donald Trump warns North Korea will be met with fire and fury if threats continue

Donald Trump warns North Korea will be met with fire and fury if threats continue

President Donald Trump warned North Korea would be met with fire and fury if the country made more threats to the U.S.This comes hours after it was revealed that North Korea successfully produced a miniaturized nuclear warhead that can fit its missiles, a key step to become a full-fledged nuclear power, according to U.S. Intel officials. Aug 9, 2017
Donald Trump warns North Korea will be met with fire and fury if threats continue

Donald Trump warns North Korea will be met with fire and fury if threats continue

President Donald Trump warned North Korea would be met with fire and fury if the country made more threats to the U.S.This comes hours after it was revealed that North Korea successfully produced a miniaturized nuclear warhead that can fit its missiles, a key step to become a full-fledged nuclear power, according to U.S. Intel officials. Aug 9, 2017
North Korea issues new stamps celebrating ICBM launch

North Korea issues new stamps celebrating ICBM launch

North Korea has released a new set of stamps to commemorate the test launches of its latest intercontinental ballistic missle (ICBM), the Hwasong-14. The stamps depict the missile launch and the leader of North Korea, King Jong Un, celebrating. Aug 8, 2017
North Korea responds to U.S. sanctions

North Korea responds to U.S. sanctions

North Korea has sent a staunch warning to the U.S. in response to unanimously approved sanctions adopted by the U.N. security council on 5 August.We are ready to retaliate with far bigger actions to make the U.S. pay a price for its crime against our country and people, said the government controlled Korean Central News Agency (NCNA). The sanctions are a direct response to Pyongyangs recent  intercontinental ballistic missile tests, which put the U.S. in range of an attack. The economic sanctions key North Korean exports including coal, iron, iron ore, lead, lead ore, and seafood.Stopping the missile tests is the first step towards dialogue, says U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson. Aug 8, 2017
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