VERIFIED QUOTE · reported 2026-08-17
“a new level of a deterrent.”
North Korea's Foreign Ministry · said 2026-08-14 · reported 2026-08-17
The ministry accused the U.S. and South Korea of plotting provocative drills and vowed a response.
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