The U.S., Japan and South Korea began anti-submarine naval exercises on Monday as North Korea continued to threaten nuclear action, threats it said were not 'empty.'
"Their war hysteria is running up to the climax along with the start of Ssangyong, a joint landing drill," the statement read.
"This reminds the people and army of the [Democratic People’s Republic of Korea] of June 1950 when they had to be subject to war calamity, and further arousing their high vigilance," it continued.to deter war. His comments came after a flurry of missile launches, which saw North Korea testing its capabilities.
The U.S. and South Korean militaries frequently conduct joint exercises, much to the anger of North Korea.CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP "The nuclear force of the DPRK will strongly deter, control and manage the enemy's reckless moves and provocations with its high war readiness, and carry out its important mission without hesitation in case of any unwanted situation," Kim was quoted as saying in North Korean media.Anders Hagstrom is a reporter with Fox News Digital covering national politics and major breaking news events. Send tips to [email protected], or on Twitter: @Hagstrom_Anders.
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