Yoon Stresses Need for “War Preparations” against N. Korea

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol emphasized on Thursday that North Korea's recent drone infiltration was "unacceptable," calling for developing "overwhelmingly superior" war preparations to ensure peace.

During his visit to the state-run Agency for Defense Development in Daejeon, Yoon said: "North Korea's violation of our airspace by drones was a completely unacceptable incident. We must make them realize that provocations come with harsh consequences."

The president affirmed that the military must become powerful enough to make the enemy tremble with fear.

"Whether our opponent has nuclear weapons or whatever weapon of mass destruction, we must send a clear message to people who habitually carry out provocations, and we must never fear them or hesitate," he said.

He also called for firm punishment and retaliation against "acts violating our freedom," asserting that is the only means to deter provocations.

In the same vein, Yoon called for an overall review of the military's response systems against the North’s drones, as well as all flying objects trespassing South Korean airspace, along with a swift repair of any shortcomings.

"In response to North Korea's attempts to strengthen its asymmetrical military strengths, we must also conduct an overall review of our military's strength enhancement plans," he noted.