North Korea criticises potential sale of US missiles to Japan, South Korea
ReutersAUG 2023
North Korea Denounces US Missiles Sales to Japan, South Korea
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The Spin
Anti-North Korea narrative
If North Korea wants to talk about destabilization of the region, it should look in the mirror. Aside from the scheduled satellite launch, North Korea keeps tightening relations with China and, despite the war in Ukraine, Pyongyang is now cozying up to Russia. Japan and South Korea have been left with no choice but to strengthen their deterrence capabilities.
Pro-North Korea narrative
Once more, the US is posing a threat to the peace and stability of the Korean Peninsula. Despite the Biden administration's claims, this sale will unsettle the military balance in the region. Beyond self-defense, the US's unilateral weapons buildup will undoubtedly spur other nations to strengthen their military forces as well, raising the possibility of a deadly arms race.