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North Korea: Japanese Rearmament, a New Argument Used by Pyongyang to Strengthen Its Military Posture

North Korea is escalating its rhetoric against Japan. Kim Yo-jong, sister of leader Kim Jong-un and a high-ranking figure in the regime, issued a statement on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, denouncing Tokyo's "belligerent" attitude. The cause of the conflict is Japan's military buildup, which has been strengthening its defense capabilities for several years. In response to Tokyo's "transformation," Pyongyang is now threatening to retaliate with "add…

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(Seoul = Yonhap News) Reporter Lee Eun-jung = North Korea is pouring out harsh criticism day after day regarding the possibility of a review of Japan's nuclear policy and military activities, such as the conduct of joint exercises, and...

·Seoul, Korea (the Republic of)
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North Korea is escalating its rhetoric against Japan. Kim Yo-jong, sister of leader Kim Jong-un and a high-ranking figure in the regime, issued a statement on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, denouncing Tokyo's "belligerent" attitude. The cause of the conflict is Japan's military buildup, which has been strengthening its defense capabilities for several years. In response to Tokyo's "transformation," Pyongyang is now threatening to retaliate with "add…

·Issy-les-Moulineaux, France
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Radio France Internationale broke the news in Issy-les-Moulineaux, France on Friday, August 7, 2026.
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