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North Korea Warns US and South Korea of Possible Nuclear Weapon Use
On September 16, 2026, North Korea issued a warning to the United States and South Korea of possible nuclear weapon use, citing actions by both nations. The warning was issued by the North Korean Ministry of People's Armed Forces, as reported by the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA). The statement heightened regional tensions and prompted immediate diplomatic responses.
North Korea, through its Ministry of People's Armed Forces, issued a formal warning to the United States and South Korea, stating that nuclear weapons could be used in response to their actions. The warning was announced on September 16, 2026, by the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA). Both lenta and izvestia reported the event, with izvestia providing additional details about the ministry's involvement.
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IndependentLentaSep 16, 06:49 PM
North Korea warned the US and South Korea of possible use of nuclear weaponsIndependentIzvestiaSep 16, 03:20 PM
North Korea warned the US and South Korea of possible use of nuclear weaponsThe North Korean Ministry of People's Armed Forces warned of the possibility of using nuclear weapons in response to actions by the US and the Republic of Korea. This was announced on September 16 by the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA).