South Korea 'in missile deal to fortify border islands'

[xchrom]

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-pacific-14806981

South Korea is to buy precision-guided missiles from Israel to strengthen defences on islands vulnerable to attacks from North Korea, reports say.

About 50 missiles would be deployed on two islands near the border with North Korea, said Yonhap news agency.

The missiles, which use GPS technology, could be used to target North Korean artillery hidden in caves.

Last year, four South Koreans were killed when North Korea fired artillery at one of the islands.

[charlie and algernon]

1. THAT will go over well

I guess I understand WHY they're getting the missles, but still, seems like they're just spitting at the hornet's nest now.

[xchrom]

2. i think there is a strong element in south korea

that is spoiling for a fight.

i guess time will tell if it can be avoided.

[gordianot]

3. All of that North Korean equipment is getting old and rusty.

At some point they will be faced with use it or lose it.