other than self-defense. i think japan s hands are tied if they are to act alone and more critical, the japan tried to engage not only south korea in the united states but try to involve russia and china in taking more what the prime minister says constructive action. in tokyo also ivan watson in moscow, andrew stevens in hong kong, thanks to all of you. joining me now is rick francona. always good to see you. south korea and the united states conducted that joint missile drill on wednesday. it was interesting the south defense minister saying precision target of the enemy leadership in case of an emergency. is that helpful in this situation? one thing northerners demanded to drill exercises is really a joint drill. the timing is suspect, right