North Korean leader Kim Jong Un states that his nation would seize and annex South Korean land, adding that he would not think otherwise about using force. According to a story released by the North's state-run media, Kim and his daughter visited the military ministry on Friday. The North's military was founded on Thursday.
Kim has said that his nation no longer views South Korea as a possible partner for peaceful reunification, but rather as the "most harmful primary foe" and the "invariable principal enemy". According to reports, Kim said that his nation is no longer bound by the need to communicate and work with the South as a result of this strategic shift, as per NHK World.
Kim Jong Un Accuses South Korea
North Korean Leader Kim Jong-un, in a recent visit to the Ministry of Defence to commemorate the founding anniversary of the army, accused South Korea of obstructing Pyongyang's overtures for cooperation and persisting in its agenda to absorb its neighbor, as reported by the official Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) on Friday.
Accompanying Kim on the visit was his "respected daughter," as per the KCNA report. While North Korea's regime revolves around Kim's authority, legal frameworks provide a formal structure for the state's activities.
The tensions were exacerbated as North Korea's parliament, as reported by KCNA a day earlier, revoked laws governing economic cooperation with South Korea, further straining relations between the neighboring nations.
In recent months, Kim's regime has intensified pressure on South Korea through various means, including missile tests, aggressive rhetoric, and symbolic acts such as dismantling a unification monument in Pyongyang.
South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol's administration views North Korea's actions as attempts to influence the upcoming parliamentary elections scheduled for April. Yoon's conservative People Power Party advocates for strong ties with the US and a firm stance against Pyongyang, while the opposition Democratic Party favors reconciliation with North Korea, according to South China Morning Post.
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Kim Jong Un Provocations Amid Nuclear Warning
Kim's history of provocations during South Korean elections adds another layer of complexity to the situation. However, despite speculation, Kim has shown no signs of willingness to resume nuclear disarmament talks, instead unveiling new weapons capabilities aimed at the US and its Asian allies.
US President Joe Biden has warned Kim against any nuclear aggression, emphasizing the consequences for his regime. Kim reiterated his refusal to engage in dialogue with South Korea, reaffirming its status as North Korea's "enemy No. 1," according to KCNA. He emphasized that maintaining a robust military posture is essential for peace and security in North Korea.
The visit to the defence ministry, alongside his daughter, Ju Ae, marks a notable development, hinting at her potential future role in the country's leadership, as speculated by analysts.
North Korea's military foundation anniversary, celebrated on February 8, serves as a reminder of its military prowess, demonstrated in previous years through large-scale military parades showcasing advanced weaponry, including intercontinental ballistic missiles, Mint reported.
