SEOUL: South Korean President Park Geun-Hye warned Monday of possible “reckless provocations” by North Korea after the shock execution of leader Kim Jong-Un’s uncle, calling for the military to step up vigilance.

Pyongyang executed Jang Song-Thaek—Kim’s powerful uncle and political regent—on Thursday, charging him with corruption and plotting to overthrow the state.

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