North Korea condemned the recent joint military drills conducted by the United States, South Korea, and Japan, warning of potential immediate actions to defend its sovereignty.
Kabul 24: The three-day exercise, named “Freedom Edge,” featured advanced military assets, including fighter jets, marine patrol aircraft, and the U.S. nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS George Washington. This operation aimed to enhance defense capabilities against regional threats.
Strong Warnings from Pyongyang
North Korea’s defense ministry issued a stern warning to the U.S. and its allies, demanding an end to what it described as provocative actions that could escalate tensions into armed conflict. The ministry emphasized its readiness to take preemptive measures if necessary and pledged to monitor U.S. military activities closely124.