US, Japan and South Korea launch drills as North Korea unveils nuclear-capable warship
The United States, Japan and South Korea have launched military exercises as North Korea unveiled a nuclear-capable warship and threatened strong measures. South Korea is also reported to be purchasing missiles to strengthen air defenses and interoperability with the United States.
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Why it matters
The combination of expanded allied drills, North Korean nuclear-capable naval development and explicit threats raises military tensions on the Korean Peninsula.
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