Does North Korea control the media?

All media outlets are owned and controlled by the North Korean government. As such, all media in North Korea get their news from the Korean Central News Agency.

How does North Korea spy on its citizens?

Seemingly, every aspect of a person’s existence in North Korea is monitored. This oversight of citizens has extended beyond wired microphones and wiretapping of fixed-line and mobile phones. North Korean officials stationed abroad generally have their internet access monitored by staff.

Is the US prepared for a North Korean nuclear attack?

The U.S. and its allies in the region are by no means unprepared for a North Korean nuclear attack. The U.S. and South Korea both have preemptive strike plans for a situation in which a North Korean nuclear attack appears imminent, and while Japan is considering new options, it still relies heavily on U.S. defense.

Should we use solid-fueled missiles against North Korea?

Solid-fueled missiles can be fired with less warning and are much harder to track, making them less vulnerable to preemptive strikes. Another issue is that preemptive strikes on North Korea would be much harder to justify diplomatically, especially if war breaks out in the aftermath, which is practically guaranteed.

What are the US and South Korea doing to prepare for war?

The U.S. and South Korea regularly train for such contingencies. For example, during the annual Key Resolve and Foal Eagle exercises, U.S. and South Korean troops practice a “4D” operational plan which involves preemptive military options to detect, disrupt, destroy, and defend against North Korean strikes.

How does South Korea’s defense system work?

South Korea has a three-stage defense system, the first stage of which is a preemptive strike option designed to eliminate the North’s offensive capabilities.