North Korea Slams U.S.-Japan Drills as 'Reckless Actions of Defeated Nation'

North Korea has sharply criticized the annual joint military exercises conducted by the United States and Japan, labeling them as "reckless actions of a defeated nation aiming for re-invasion." The condemnation specifically targeted the 'Resolute Dragon' drills, which involve the U.S. Marine Corps and the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force.

According to a commentary published by North Korea's Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) on August 29th, the 'Resolute Dragon' exercises are described as "thoroughly realistic war games." The agency asserted that through these drills, Japan is "continuously enhancing its invasion capabilities."

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The reckless actions of a defeated nation aiming for re-invasion.

The statement reflects Pyongyang's consistent opposition to joint military activities between the U.S. and its regional allies, which it views as direct threats to its security. North Korea frequently uses such exercises as a basis for its own military posturing and rhetoric, often framing them as evidence of hostile intent from the international community.

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Resolute Dragon is a war game that thoroughly simulates actual combat, and through this, Japan is continuously enhancing its invasion capabilities.