North Korea expressed protest against the planned joint exercises of South Korea and the US, characterizing them as a military provocation. The statement of the Armed Forces of the DPRK emphasizes that they will respond to such drills with open confrontation, defending their sovereignty.
Increased combat readiness of North Korea and the development of new military capabilities, including the use of drones and the production of modern weapons utilizing Russian technology, indicate the seriousness of their approach to ensuring their security.
North Korea continues to demonstrate its readiness to defend its interests in the face of any threats or provocations from external adversaries.