U.S. eyes new framework on nuclear deterrence with Japan, South Korea

The United States is considering establishing a new framework to boost nuclear deterrence against North Korea with Japan and South Korea, sources with knowledge of the plan said Wednesday.The U.S. government has already sounded out its two major Asian allies about the idea, which comes as North Korea ramps up its development of long-range missiles and nuclear weapons, according to the sources.Japan is poised to accept the U.S. proposal, the sources said, while South Korea is believed to be ready to do the same.The United States already regularly discusses "extended deterrence" relying on it…READ FULL ARTICLE