US labels South Korea 'nuclear sensitive,' fueling political turmoil

The United States has labeled South Korea as "nuclear sensitive," leading to increased political tension in the country. This designation affects South Korea's already divided political atmosphere. The liberal opposition party criticized the government's recent martial-law decree, saying it has raised tensions. Meanwhile, the ruling People Power Party (PPP) accused the opposition of creating mistrust with the U.S. due to their perceived friendship with China. Experts believe this heated political climate, along with discussions about nuclear development, caught the U.S. attention. Professor Yun Jong-il noted that the new classification means South Korea will face more scrutiny from the U.S. over possible nuclear risks. He added that the recent martial-law decree and ongoing political disagreements have raised alarm in Washington. South Korean politicians are openly talking about the idea of developing nuclear weapons, which has added to the concerns.