Washington weighed strikes on North Korea last year
President Clinton’s senior defense and foreign policy advisers seriously considered military strikes to destroy North Korea’s nuclear facilities. Defense Secretary William Perry confirmed the plan, noting over 10,000 additional troops could be sent to reinforce South Korea, with detailed full deployment plans contingent on sanctions and negotiations with Pyongyang.
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North Korea threat spurs Senate panel hearing on deal
Republican chaired committee led by Sen. Jesse Helms discussed North Korea's nuclear push and the US peacemaking accord. Perry warned of options if North Korea nears nuclear power, including five megawatt reactor strike or tough sanctions, while Christopher defended the agreement against Baker’s charge of “carrot and no stick.”
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