In another move towards a possible confrontation with South Korea, North Korea proclaims the 1953 armistice that ended the Korean War is no longer valid, threatening a strong military response to South Korea’s decision to join an effort to halt atomic weapons trafficking [Article - U.S. Takes Skeptical Look at North Korean 'Bluster' | Press Release - ROK Endorses Proliferation Security Initiative Principles].
The North Korean government has made similar threats in the past in an effort to get something they want. However, judging from North Korea’s recent missile launches and nuclear tests, it appears they may be ready to make good on this most recent threat. The U.S. official response is one of skepticism. “North Korea continues to isolate itself. Threats and bluster will not get North Korea the attention and respect it craves,” says one senior White House official.
