North Korea issues nuclear 'warning signal' to US, South Korea

 

North korea leader **Kim Jong Un** recently supervised a launch of "super-large" multiple rocket launchers intended for use in a **nuclear counter-strike**. This launch, which took place on Monday, marked the first demonstration of Pyongyang's new nuclear-weapons management and control system called the **"nuclear trigger"**¹⁴. The drills were in preparation for North Korea's nuclear force to **"correctly and rapidly" deter a war** and **"take initiative"** in any sudden situation¹. 

This action by North Korea is being seen as a **"clear warning signal"** to the United States and South Korea, especially amid **"provocative and invasive"** joint military exercises that are currently running from **April 12 to April 26**¹. The US and South Korean air forces have stated that these annual exercises serve to **"demonstrate lethality in the air domain"** and enhance their ability to deter, defend, and defeat any adversary¹.

It's important to note that in 2022, North Korea declared itself an **"irreversible"** nuclear weapons state, with a nuclear doctrine that authorizes preemptive nuclear strikes if the country's leadership perceives it is under threat¹. The recent missile launches serve as a reminder of the ongoing tensions in the region and the need for continued vigilance in monitoring North Korea's actions.