South Korea designated by US as ‘sensitive’ country amid nuclear bomb talk
- The U.S. Department of Energy has designated South Korea as a 'sensitive' country amid discussions about its potential nuclear capabilities.
- South Korea is alarmed about the treatment of allies, prompting a debate on independent nuclear capability, which has entered progressive circles calling for nuclear latency.
- South Korea's government faces internal strife, with impeachment pending for President Yoon Suk-yeol, intensifying fears of reliance on U.S. Security amidst changing diplomatic relations.
- Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul mentioned that although nuclear weapons are not off the table, it would be premature to discuss such plans publicly.
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