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North Korea's record missile launch heightens tensions between the US and South Korea, which respond with joint military maneuvers in Asia

Written by Anna Alice
Published 04/11/2024 às 05:32
US and South Korea conduct maneuvers after North Korea launches missile and sends troops to Russia. What's next?! (Image: Reproduction/Canva)
US and South Korea conduct drills after North Korea launches missile and sends troops to Russia. What's next? (Image: Reproduction/Canva)

The Korean Peninsula is at a critical moment! With North Korea launching a record missile and troops sent to Russia, the US and South Korea are mobilizing militarily. Tensions are high and what comes next could change everything! Prepare for the consequences of a possible new war.

In a global scenario of growing tensions, a military event could be the trigger that triggers a large-scale conflict.

What’s happening on the Korean Peninsula and how does it impact global security? The latest escalation of military action could be a game-changer for geopolitics.

Get ready to understand how a simple military maneuver can hide unimaginable consequences.

Lead and current context

Last Thursday (31), the United States and South Korea joined forces in joint military maneuvers in response to the launch of a ballistic missile from Korea from the North, which reached a record altitude.

This test, the longest ever carried out by the Pyongyang regime, had a flight time of 87 minutes and was considered by North Korea as the “most powerful strategic weapon in the world”.

The situation is even more alarming given the movement of North Korean troops into Russia, which has raised red flags among Western allies.

According to Pentagon, about 10 North Korean soldiers have been sent to Russian territory, where they are being trained to fight in the Ukraine conflict. This development represents a significant increase in tensions in the region.

Military maneuvers on the peninsula

The military maneuvers carried out by the US and South Korea involve F-16 and KF-16 fighter jets flying in formation close to North Korean airspace.

This show of force aims to guarantee the security of the region and signal the allies' determination to respond to any provocation.

North Korea's ballistic missile launch occurred shortly before these maneuvers and has been described as the longest missile test in the country's history.

The Pyongyang government is stepping up its military activities at a time when tensions between the Koreas are running high, in part due to the North Korean deployment of troops to Russia.

Troop movement and its implications

According to reports, North Korean troops in Russia are reportedly training to reinforce the battlefront in Ukraine.

Pentagon spokeswoman Sabrina Singh expressed concerns about the potential use of these forces in combat against Ukrainian troops in the Kursk region, near the border with Ukraine.

These maneuvers have alarmed international leaders, including US President Joe Biden, who called the presence of North Korean soldiers in Russia “very dangerous.”

North Korea's escalation in the conflict could significantly change the balance of power in the region and in international relations.

Global reactions and implications for Ukraine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has sought international support and authorization for the use of long-range weapons, stressing that the presence of North Korean troops on the front line requires a firm response from the global community.

Zelensky stressed that the situation poses a clear challenge to global security and Ukraine's sovereignty.

Additionally, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte confirmed the movement of North Korean troops to Russia, describing it as a significant escalation in the Ukraine conflict.

North Korea's military presence is a factor that worries not only Ukraine, but also other countries in the region, such as Japan and South Korea.

The position of Russia and the West

Russian President Vladimir Putin has defended military cooperation with North Korea, saying the country has the right to ensure its security and that North Korean troops are serving the mutual defense between Moscow and Pyongyang.

During a recent BRICS summit, Putin did not deny the deployment of troops, but argued that the situation was an internal Russian matter.

The response from Western leaders has been one of concern, with authorities in the USA, from NATO and other allies expressing the need to closely monitor movements.

The possibility of a stronger military alliance between Russia and North Korea is seen as a scenario that could further prolong the conflict and complicate peace efforts in the region.

What impact will North Korea's military presence in Russia and the joint US-South Korean maneuvers have on global stability?

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Anna Alice

Copywriter and content analyst. She has been writing for the website Click Petróleo e Gás (CPG) since 2024 and specializes in creating texts on diverse topics such as the economy, jobs and the military.

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