“New virus affects the activities of the North Korean army” US Army Commander in Korea March 14, 5:16
A U.S. military commander stationed in South Korea revealed that North Korea had not been flying military aircraft for about a month, and the effects of the new coronavirus have virtually stopped military operations until recently. He showed his view.
Commander Abrams of the U.S. Army in South Korea held a video conference on Tuesday, saying that North Korea has emphasized that no new coronavirus has been infected. We believe that there is an infection, "he said, indicating that North Korea is spreading the new coronavirus.
He cites the example that the North Korean military had not flown aircraft for 24 days, saying, `` The North Korean military has been basically suspended for about 30 days, and most recently resumed normal training. The military has been virtually suspended until recently due to the effects of the new coronavirus. "
In the wake of the spread of the new coronavirus in South Korea, joint U.S.-South Korea military exercises were postponed in the spring, and the Pentagon began restricting U.S. military soldiers' traffic to South Korea for 60 days from March 13. There are concerns about the impact on readiness, such as taking measures.
In this regard, Commander Abrams said, "The mission of maintaining the ability to fight tonight to defend South Korea remains the same, regardless of the new coronavirus," and will remain responsive to respond to the threat of North Korea. Emphasized thoughts.