Kim Yo Jong Criticizes South Korea's 'Dual Personality' Amid Joint Military Drills

Kim Yo Jong, the influential sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, has accused South Korea of hypocrisy for conducting joint military drills with the United States while speaking of peace. Her remarks, reported by state media KCNA, highlight the persistent tensions on the Korean Peninsula.

Amid accusations from the North, South Korea, under President Lee Jae Myung, continues to advocate for improved relations with its northern neighbor. Despite being technically at war since the 1950s conflict, Lee's government pursues peace while maintaining defensive exercises with the U.S., seen by Pyongyang as provocation.

In response, the South Korean presidential office reiterated its commitment to a new era of cooperation and growth with North Korea, seeking the region's stability and prosperity despite Kim Jong Un's claims of aggressive intentions behind the drills.

(With inputs from agencies.)