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North Korea has escalated military tensions, threatening a nuclear assault on South Korea, driven partly by strengthening ties with Russia and China.

Summary

KEY POINTS:
  1. Military drills simulated a nuclear strike and occupation of South Korea.
  2. North believes South Korea and US plan a pre-emptive nuclear strike against them.
  3. In response to US-South Korea joint exercise, North Korea launched a "simulated tactical nuclear attack".
  4. Despite advancements, North Korea's actual invasion capability remains questionable.
READ: What's behind North Korea's 'nuclear attack' drills?

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