North Korea "Probably" Has Nuclear Missile Capacit

[Genichiro]

WASHINGTON (AP) -- North Korea probably has advanced its nuclear knowhow to the point where it could arm a ballistic missile with a nuclear warhead, but the weapon wouldn't be very reliable, the Defense Intelligence Agency has concluded.

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has rattled much of Asia with threats to launch a nuclear strike, although top U.S. intelligence officials said Thursday they believe Kim is using those threats to win concessions on foreign aid rather than trying to start a war.

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I don't know about the rest of you, but when talking about if a country can launch nukes or not, I don't want to hear "probably," I want to hear yes or no. I know that's not always practical, but still, and I doubt they would outright tell us if they could nuke us in our sleep, but I still don't like the idea. I've seen all the memes floating around trying to make light of this, but I don't really consider this a laughing matter. I also doubt they really would launch a nuke against anyone. The retaliatory strike would leave North Korea in shambles, with every United Nation turning against them. That fact may leave some to make jokes, but everyone should keep in mind that putting someone into a spot where they have nothing to lose is a terrible idea.

[Cirno]

I don't think we have too much to worry about, and if I'm wrong, we'll never know, anyway.

[Genichiro]

Update 4/13/13

North Korea reportedly warned Japan that Tokyo would be the first target if Pyongyang decides to play its nuclear card.
The warning reportedly is in response to Tokyo's standing orders to destroy any missile heading toward Japan, according to Korean Central News Agency. Japan has deployed PAC-3 missile interceptor units around Tokyo to protect its capital and is taking North Korea’s rhetoric seriously.

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Not surprising they would try to hit a nearer target first. I'm sure Japan's missile interception system will keep her safe, should North Korea try to make good on their threat. It is wise of Japan to take the threats seriously. Kim Jong Un should also keep in mind what it will mean for his country and regime if he is foolish enough to launch an unprovoked attack.

[Cirno]

I would cry if they launched a nuclear missile at Japan and it hit. I doubt it would, but it would still make me really sad.