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      "date": "2003-07-29",
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      "title": "North Korean Crisis: Possible Military Options",
      "summary": "North Korea has confronted the United States with its decision, failing other security\naccommodations, to pursue production of nuclear weapons. The Bush Administration has stated\nthat, although the situation is unacceptable, it will pursue its resolution through diplomatic means. \nMilitary means, however, could be considered at some point and become a serious issue for\nCongress. This short report discusses the geography and military balance on the Korean Peninsula,\npresents the range of military options that might be applied there to specific U.S. political objectives,\nand assesses possible consequences. Military options discussed are: status quo, improved defensive\nposture, enforce sanctions, preemptive strike against nuclear facilities, and preemptive war. Also\nsee CRS Issue Brief IB98045 on U.S.-Korean relations and CRS Issue Brief IB91141 on North\nKorea's nuclear weapons. This report will be updated if major changes occur.",
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