17 April 2025
North Korea threatens a response to US flying long-range bombers over South Korea
North Korea has issued threats of “powerful force” in response to joint US-South Korea military exercises, including US B-1B bomber flights over South Korea. The North Korean Defense Ministry called these drills “an open threat” and “grave provocation.” Meanwhile, South Korea announced the start of “Freedom Flag,” a two-week aerial exercise with the US involving 90 aircraft. Tensions remain high as North Korea continues weapons tests and supports Russia’s war in Ukraine by supplying weapons and troops. President Trump has recently expressed interest in reviving diplomacy with Kim Jong Un, citing their “great relationship.”READ FULL