US Defense Secretary Warns of "End of the Kim" Regime if North Korea Uses Nuclear Weapons
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - November 3, 2022
US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin issued a stern warning to North Korea on Thursday, stating that any nuclear attack on the US or its allies would result in the "end of the Kim" regime. His comments come amidst rising tensions between the two nations over North Korea's nuclear weapons program. In a meeting with South Korean Defense Minister Lee Jong-sup, Austin emphasized the US's unwavering commitment to defending its allies in the region. "We have made it clear to North Korea that any use of nuclear weapons will be met with an overwhelming response," Austin said. South Korea and the US have recently concluded a landmark deal to counter the North Korean nuclear threat. The agreement includes the periodic deployment of US nuclear-armed assets in South Korea to deter any potential aggression. "This deal represents a significant step in strengthening our alliance and ensuring the security of the Korean Peninsula," Lee said. In response to the deal, North Korea has threatened to counter US military moves with its "most overwhelming nuclear force." The North Korean regime has also warned that the deployment of nuclear assets in South Korea could meet the conditions for its use of nuclear weapons. Meanwhile, the US has deployed an aircraft carrier to the region to participate in joint naval exercises with South Korea and Japan. These exercises are aimed at ensuring readiness against any potential nuclear attack from North Korea. The Biden administration has repeatedly stressed that any nuclear attack by North Korea would be met with an "overwhelming response." President Biden has also stated that the US is "prepared for any contingency." Observers believe that the escalating tensions between the US and North Korea could lead to a potentially dangerous conflict. The international community is urging both sides to engage in dialogue and diplomacy to avoid further escalation.
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