North Korean leader Kim Jong-un's sister, Kim Yo Jong, has announced the strengthening of nuclear weapons. Hard “APThis was a reaction to the arrival of an American nuclear submarine in Busan, South Korea. In state media, Kim Yo Jong criticized the submarine's arrival. She stressed that North Korea's nuclear deterrence must be strengthened “continuously and without limit in both quality and quantity.” Observers assume that North Korea planning a missile test.
The US military increases its presence in the region
The USS Vermont's visit is part of a growing U.S. military presence in South Korea. According to the AP, the moves serve as a show of force against North Korea's nuclear threat. The country has recently escalated tensions by testing new ballistic missiles.
Since late May, North Korea has also sent thousands of trash balloons into South Korea. According to AP, these steps are reminiscent of Cold War-style psychological warfare. The South Korean military has said it will take military action if the balloons become a serious threat. So far, the balloon activity has not caused significant damage.