North Korea accuses Japan of preparing 'aggressive war'

North Korea explicitly accused Japan of preparing for an 'aggressive war', a sharp escalation in rhetoric. This aligns with Japan's rapid militarization under Takaichi (8.9 trillion yen budget, new intelligence agency, missile deployment) and raises questions about how this will affect Japan's defense posture and regional dynamics. The accusation adds a new layer to the intensifying security dilemma in Northeast Asia, with all major players now openly framing Japan's actions as threatening. Latest: North Korea's state media (KCNA) specifically condemned Japan's Yasukuni shrine visits and Takaichi's 'remote worship' on surrender day, reinforcing the coordinated pressure campaign.