N. Korea denounces Japan's record defense budget as 'war preparation'
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Source: The Korea Herald
Published: 2026-08-22 11:26 UTC+10:00
Section: All News
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Asia, Military & Defence, South Korea, Tax & Budget, World News, War & Conflict, Asia Pacific
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North Korea on Saturday condemned Japan's plan to set a record-high defense budget for next year, calling it a move to prepare for a "war of aggression" and threatening to "counterattack thoroughly" with united strength.
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