A rare escalation this month exposed the increasingly lethal arsenals the two Koreas are building up across the world's most heavily fortified border. North Korea's emboldened posture, strengthened by its deepening military cooperation with Russia, contrasts sharply with South Korea's defensive buildup. The border region has become a focal point of heightened tension as both sides accelerate weapons development.
International observers warn the situation could spiral further without diplomatic intervention.
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