North Korea warns of 'resolute counteraction' over US-S. Korea drills
Summary
North Korea warns of resolute counteraction against provocations during upcoming US-South Korea joint military drills scheduled from August 18 to 21.
Key Points
- North Korea threatens resolute counteraction in response to upcoming US-South Korea joint military drills.
- The annual Ulchi Freedom Shield exercises are set to be held from August 18 to 21.
- North Korea perceives these joint drills as rehearsals for invasion and maintains a strong defensive stance.
- Recent steps show thawing relations between North and South Korea, including dismantling of propaganda loudspeakers along the border.
