North Korea has amended its constitution to launch nuclear missiles automatically if anyone assassinates or incapacitates leader Kim Jong Un. The new law ensures immediate retaliation even if the supreme leader dies in a foreign attack. Foreign media reported the development this week after South Korea’s intelligence service briefed senior officials.
The Supreme People’s Assembly approved the constitutional change during its first session on March 22 in Pyongyang. This move formalizes a “dead hand” retaliatory doctrine that removes any doubt about North Korea’s response.
New Rules Guarantee Retaliation Against Hostile Forces
Kim Jong Un retains his position as the ultimate authority over the state’s nuclear arsenal within the new system. Pyongyang is trying to build up its deterrent capabilities by removing all doubts in times of crisis.
This drastic change in the state’s approach is happening against the backdrop of persistent tensions on the Korean Peninsula. It is believed that the law cuts down the time that humans can spend making decisions in emergency situations.
Global Concerns Rise Over Escalation Risks
The reactions of social media users following the report on social media network X were overwhelming. Some commentators noted how this type of protocol could have disastrous effects in such stressful situations. In essence, it means that any attempt to assassinate Kim would warrant an all-out attack by the North Korean nukes.
As opposed to former policies, this is an approach through which North Korea is making its intentions very clear. The nation has decided to keep developing their nuclear capacity even as they send this kind of message. The whole world is watching keenly to see what happens next.
North Korea continues to surprise everyone with this unpredictable behavior.
