On May 28, China expressed strong opposition to comments made by U.S. Forces Korea Commander Jay B. Brunson, who likened South Korea to a "dagger" aimed at China.
The Chinese Embassy in Seoul issued a statement in response to Brunson's remarks, warning that "your comments have clearly crossed a line."
Earlier, Brunson had described South Korea's geographical position and the significance of U.S. forces stationed there, referring to the country as both a "dagger" and a "fixed aircraft carrier" in the context of countering China.
A spokesperson for the Chinese Embassy questioned whether Brunson's characterization of U.S. forces as an aircraft carrier or dagger was an act of aggression or an attempt to hold other nations hostage.
The spokesperson also referenced a recent meeting between the leaders of the U.S. and China, where they agreed to establish a "constructive and strategic stable relationship," and asked if Brunson's hostile remarks had Washington's approval or were intended to undermine the agreements reached during that summit.
The spokesperson noted that some South Korean media outlets had criticized Brunson's comments, urging the U.S. Forces Korea Commander to show greater respect for regional countries and to work towards enhancing peace and stability in the region.
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