Updated Apr.19,2005 14:09 KST

U.S. Military Willing to Intervene in Case of Internal Turmoil in N.K.
The U.S. military has hinted its willingness to intervene in case of an emergency in North Korea resulting from internal turmoil including the collapse of the communist regime. Officials say it will dispatch the U.S. 7th Fleet, the biggest naval force stationed in Japan, in case of emergency.

The possible U.S. action is likely to spark controversy because it implies that Washington is planning its own military strategies regardless of Seoul's plan. U.S. military officials say a crisis in North Korea, such as mass defections or revolt will also have a destructive impact on the U.S., and therefore, they need to intervene to restore order.

Arirang TV