U.S. shows off B-52 in South Korea as part of deterrence push

Washington highlights alliance with eye on Pyongyang's nuclear ambitions

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The B-52 Stratofortress is an important piece of U.S. deterrence capabilities. (South Korea Defense Ministry/Yonhap via AP)

JUNNOSUKE KOBARA, Nikkei staff writer

CHEONGJU, South Korea -- The U.S. has sent a nuclear-capable B-52 strategic bomber to South Korea for the first time, displaying its advanced military capabilities in an effort to enhance deterrence against North Korea's nuclear development.

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