The United States has condemned the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea’s (DPRK) May 27 and May 29 launches using ballistic missile technology, citing direct violations of multiple UN Security Council resolutions (UNSCRs). These actions have been characterized as reckless behavior that poses a significant threat to the Korean Peninsula, regional stability, and international peace and security. The U.S. emphasized its unwavering commitments to the defense of both the Republic of Korea (ROK) and Japan.
"The DPRK’s actions will only intensify its isolation as it undermines stability and security on the Korean Peninsula," stated a U.S. official. The statement further indicated that the U.S. would continue collaborating with the international community to disrupt the DPRK’s illicit revenue generation, which supports its prohibited weapons programs through exploitation of overseas workers and malicious cyber activities.
"We condemn the DPRK regime’s decision to divert scarce resources away from the North Korean people toward its weapons programs," added another official.
These recent missile launches highlight the necessity for all countries to fully implement DPRK-related UNSCRs that restrict North Korea from acquiring technologies and materials essential for advancing its WMD and ballistic missile programs. The United States has urged North Korea to comply with relevant UNSCRs and immediately cease all violating activities.
"We urge the DPRK to abide by relevant UNSCRs and immediately cease all activities that violate them," said an official spokesperson. The U.S., in conjunction with international partners, called on North Korea to refrain from further provocations and engage in substantive dialogue without preconditions.
