North Korea announced on Thursday that its recent missile launches were meant to simulate “scorched earth” nuclear strikes on South Korea and to practice occupying its rival’s territory in the event of a conflict. This disclosure of detailed war plans reaffirms North Korea’s aggressive nuclear doctrine and aims to intimidate its opponents. The missile tests were a response to the United States’ aerial drill with long-range B-1B bombers, which North Korea views as a major security threat.
According to the North Korean military, the tactical ballistic missiles fired on Wednesday night were intended to simulate strikes on major command centers and operational airfields in South Korea. The missiles carried out simulated strikes through air bursts, indicating the confirmation of explosions of dummy warheads at a set altitude.
These missile launches are just the latest in a series of weapons tests conducted by North Korea. South Korea and Japan have assessed that the missiles traveled a distance of 225-250 miles at a maximum altitude of 30 miles before landing in the waters between the Korean Peninsula and Japan. This provocation threatens international peace and violates U.N. Security Council resolutions. However, the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command reassures its commitment to the defense of South Korea and Japan.
North Korea is especially sensitive to the deployment of U.S. B-1B bombers, considering them “nuclear strategic” despite their conversion to conventional weaponry. The summer Ulchi Freedom Shield exercises, conducted by the U.S. and South Korean militaries, include various field exercises that North Korea sees as preparation for invasion.
In response to these exercises, North Korea conducted command post drills and Kim Jong-un emphasized the need to deal a heavy blow to the enemy’s war potential and command center. North Korea’s operational plans involve launching full-scale attacks, including nuclear and electromagnetic pulse attacks, to achieve Korean unification by force.
South Korea’s Unification Ministry strongly condemns North Korea for openly revealing its intent to attack the South. It warns that North Korea will face overwhelming responses from South Korea, the U.S., and Japan if it continues with its provocations and military threats.
Foreign experts believe that Kim Jong-un aims to expand and modernize North Korea’s weapons arsenals to force concessions from the U.S. when diplomacy resumes. Despite a failed attempt to launch a spy satellite, North Korea plans to make another attempt in October.
In conclusion, North Korea’s missile launches serve as a clear demonstration of its aggressive nuclear doctrine and its efforts to intimidate its opponents. The international community, including South Korea, the U.S., and Japan, must remain vigilant in the face of these provocations and continue to prioritize peace and stability in the region.
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