In a recent development, North Korea has voiced its strong disapproval of the potential sale of U.S. missiles to Japan and South Korea. It has labeled the possible arms sale as a serious threat to regional peace and stability, and an instigator of a new arms race.<br /><br />What Happened: The North Korean defense ministry issued a statement, broadcasted by the KCNA news agency, warning of increased measures to establish deterrence and respond to regional instability, which it blames on the U.S. and its allies, Reuters reported.<br /><br />“We warn that the more the United States profits from indiscriminate arms sales, the more it would have to pay for the security crisis,” North Korea’s statement said.
