North Korea threatens dire consequences if Seoul doesn’t stop drone incursions

South China Morning PostEN 1 min read 100% complete by Agence France-PresseFebruary 13, 2026 at 05:40 AM

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North Korea threatened a "terrible response" on Friday if South Korea continues sending drones across the border. The warning follows North Korea's claim that it shot down a South Korean surveillance drone last month. Kim Yo-jong, sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, issued the statement via state media, emphasizing that North Korea does not care who is responsible for the drone incursions. The threat jeopardizes South Korean President Lee Jae Myung's efforts to improve relations with North Korea, which have been strained despite his attempts to repair ties since taking office last year. North Korea views the drone flights as a violation of its sovereignty.