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South Korean Nuclear Arsenal
South Korea does not possess its own nuclear weapons but relies on the United States’ extended nuclear deterrence for protection. As a key U.S. ally, South Korea is covered under the U.S. nuclear umbrella, ensuring strategic deterrence against North Korean nuclear threats. However, South Korea has developed advanced missile systems capable of delivering powerful conventional strikes as part of its defense strategy.
The Hyunmoo-4 is South Korea’s most powerful ballistic missile, capable of carrying a heavy conventional warhead over 800 km. Designed to strike deep into enemy territory, it provides a strong deterrent against North Korea’s military infrastructure. Its precision-guided capability makes it one of the most advanced non-nuclear ballistic missiles in the world.
Kill Chain is South Korea’s advanced strike doctrine designed to detect and neutralize North Korean missile threats before launch. Using satellites, drones, and missile systems like the Hyunmoo series, it enables rapid retaliation against enemy aggression. This system reinforces South Korea’s defense strategy in the absence of its own nuclear arsenal.
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