South Korean Defense Minister's remarks about his country's ability to strike at its northern neighbor provoked a sharp reaction from Pyongyang.
North Korea's state-run news agency (KCNA) reported Sunday morning that North Korean leader Kim Yoo-jung's sister had condemned the South Korean defense minister's remarks.
According to Reuters, quoting the report, Ms. Kim said:
The remarks have exacerbated relations between the two Koreas and military tensions on the Korean Peninsula.
He, who is also the deputy director of the North Korean Workers' Party Central Committee, said:
[Pyongyang] will reconsider many issues, and South Korea may face a serious threat because of such statements.
South Korean Defense Minister Su-wook said Friday that the country's military has a variety of missiles with significantly improved range, accuracy and power, with "the ability to accurately and quickly hit any target in North Korea."
Earlier, the North Korean leader said his country would continue to develop "strong offensive capabilities" and strengthen its strategic forces.