Kim Jong Un's Nuclear Showcase: A Strategic Display Amidst Rising Tensions

In South Korea, the images are likely to provoke a sense of urgency and concern. The South Korean government has long been on alert regarding the North's military capabilities and has bolstered its own defenses in response. Public opinion in South Korea often oscillates between calls for engagement and apprehension about the North's military posturing, making the situation particularly complex for policymakers in Seoul.