Lee's Peace Plan Meets a "New Cold War" on Korean Peninsula

South Korean opposition leader Lee Jae-myung is pushing a bold vision for peace with North Korea. But experts say his plan now faces a harsh new reality. The geopolitical landscape has shifted. North Korea has dramatically strengthened its military and political ties with Russia. It is also continuing to build its nuclear weapons program. This situation is being called a "new Cold War" in the region. It means traditional diplomacy is becoming much harder. Lee's strategy, often called a "Plan A," focuses on engagement and large economic projects. The goal is to build trust and eventually achieve peace. Analysts now argue that Lee and his party need a "Plan B." This backup plan would aim to build peace under these more difficult conditions. The challenge is finding new ways to talk and reduce tensions while nuclear threats grow.