North Korea Declares South Korea Hostile State

North Korea has officially designated South Korea as a 'hostile state' in its newly revised constitution, marking a significant shift in its stance towards its southern neighbor. During a recent address, Kim Jong Un emphasized that South Korea is now considered a 'foreign' entity, warning that physical force would be employed if North Korea's sovereignty is threatened. The North has also taken drastic measures by demolishing roads and railways that once facilitated inter-Korean connections, signaling a complete separation from South Korea and a rejection of the idea of reunification. This escalation in rhetoric and action comes amid increasing military cooperation between North Korea and Russia, raising security concerns for South Korea and the international community. South Korea's government has vowed to respond with force to any aggression, maintaining its policy of pursuing unification despite the North's hostile designation.