Terry (2023) Flashcards
Has North Korea conducted missile tests ?
In 2022, North Korea conducted nearly 100 missile tests, including intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) with extraordinary range and potency.
What is the Hwasong-17 ?
The Hwasong-17 is an intercontinental ballistic missile capable of carrying multiple warheads and reaching the United States.
What does NK’s pursuit of solid-fuel missiles signify for North Korea’s threat level ?
North Korea’s pursuit of solid-fuel missiles is a significant indication of its current aims, as they can be fired more quickly and are harder to detect than liquid-fueled ones.
Pyongyang’s nuclear program is rapidly expanding and evolving, entering a new and more dangerous phase, increasing the risk of conflict due to a lack of communication with Washington.
North Korea’s development of solid-fuel missiles and potential unveiling of multiple independently targetable reentry vehicle (MIRV) technology could significantly increase its threat.
Could North Korea conduct a seventh nuclear test ?
There are concerns that North Korea may conduct its seventh nuclear test, potentially showcasing a more compact tactical nuclear warhead for battlefield use, increasing the threat to neighboring countries and U.S. forces.
Kim Jong Un has lowered the threshold for using nuclear weapons, indicating scenarios under which a preemptive strike might be launched.
How does North Korea fund its nuclear program ?
North Korea’s cybertheft activities to fund its nuclear program and recent airspace violations by drones are additional unconventional threats.
How do these developments influence South Korea and Japan’s defence ?
South Korea and Japan are reevaluating their defence strategies in response to the increased threats from North Korea, including potential considerations of their own nuclear programs.
How does Terry believe we should address this North Korean threat ?
Closer cooperation between the United States, South Korea, and Japan, along with efforts to disrupt North Korea’s revenue sources, are crucial in addressing the growing threat posed by North Korea’s WMD program.
