N korea threatens to resume nuke long range missile tests

North Korea has threatened to resume long-range missile tests, which could potentially include nuclear-capable ballistic missiles, in response to ongoing military exercises between the United States and South Korea.

According to reports, North Korea's state-run Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) issued a statement on Tuesday, saying that the country will "take a strong and decisive measure" in response to the joint military exercises, which are scheduled to take place from March 13 to 23.

The statement warned that North Korea will "not hesitate to take a strong and decisive measure" if the exercises proceed as planned, and that the country will "not be bound by any agreement or promise" if its security is threatened.

This threat comes amid heightened tensions on the Korean Peninsula, which has been a flashpoint for conflict in recent years. The United States and North Korea have been engaged in a standoff over the latter's nuclear program, with the US calling for denuclearization and North Korea refusing to give up its nuclear weapons.

The joint military exercises between the US and South Korea are an annual event, but they have been a source of tension with North Korea in the past. The exercises are seen as a demonstration of military strength and a show of support for South Korea, but North Korea views them as a threat to its security.

In response to the threat, the US and South Korea have reiterated their commitment to the exercises and to the defense of South Korea. The US has also warned that any North Korean missile tests would be a "serious threat" to regional stability and would be met with a strong response.

The situation on the Korean Peninsula remains volatile, and the threat of a resumption of long-range missile tests by North Korea is a serious concern. The international community is closely watching the situation and is urging restraint and diplomacy to prevent a conflict.