Kim discusses expansion of North Korean nuclear arsenal
The North Korean leader emphasized the need for his country to persist in strengthening its strategic deterrent. Read Full Article at RT.com
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The North Korean leader has asserted that his nation needs to enhance its strategic deterrent in response to the threats from the United States.
Kim Jong-un stated that North Korea must continue to expand its strategic missile capabilities because of the dangers posed by US nuclear arms.
In recent months, tensions between North and South Korea have intensified, with the two Koreas remaining technically at war since 1953. In early October, North Korea accused South Korea of sending drones into its airspace to distribute propaganda leaflets. In turn, South Korea, a key ally of the US in the region, has repeatedly claimed that North Korea has been launching hot air balloons filled with refuse across the border.
Kim had previously suggested that North Korea should reevaluate its long-standing goal of reunification and referred to South Korea as a “principal enemy.”
On Wednesday, state-run Korean Central News Agency reported that Kim, accompanied by senior officials, had inspected various strategic missile installations. During his visit, he reviewed launch facilities and emphasized that these missiles are crucial to North Korea’s defense strategy. He also highlighted the need for keeping these systems up to date.
“The US strategic nuclear means pose an ever-increasing threat to the security environment of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea and… warrant the bolstering of [its] deterrent,” Kim stated, as quoted by the KCNA. He further insisted that North Korea’s missile forces must be capable of delivering “a strategic counterblow to the enemy at any time.”
In another development, on Saturday, KCNA reported the discovery of what they claimed to be fragments of a South Korean military drone on North Korean territory. The article warned that any further incursions into North Korean airspace would be seen as a serious military provocation, and could lead to a swift retaliatory response.
Last week, state media confirmed that the DPRK military had demolished 60-meter segments of roads and rail lines connecting North Korea with the South. A representative from North Korea’s Defense Ministry was quoted as saying that “further measures will be taken to turn the blocked southern border into an eternal fortress.”
While Seoul has not officially confirmed or denied the drone allegations, it has warned North Korea that any attack against the South could result in the “end of its regime.”
Olivia Brown contributed to this report for TROIB News
Kim Jong-un stated that North Korea must continue to expand its strategic missile capabilities because of the dangers posed by US nuclear arms.
In recent months, tensions between North and South Korea have intensified, with the two Koreas remaining technically at war since 1953. In early October, North Korea accused South Korea of sending drones into its airspace to distribute propaganda leaflets. In turn, South Korea, a key ally of the US in the region, has repeatedly claimed that North Korea has been launching hot air balloons filled with refuse across the border.
Kim had previously suggested that North Korea should reevaluate its long-standing goal of reunification and referred to South Korea as a “principal enemy.”
On Wednesday, state-run Korean Central News Agency reported that Kim, accompanied by senior officials, had inspected various strategic missile installations. During his visit, he reviewed launch facilities and emphasized that these missiles are crucial to North Korea’s defense strategy. He also highlighted the need for keeping these systems up to date.
“The US strategic nuclear means pose an ever-increasing threat to the security environment of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea and… warrant the bolstering of [its] deterrent,” Kim stated, as quoted by the KCNA. He further insisted that North Korea’s missile forces must be capable of delivering “a strategic counterblow to the enemy at any time.”
In another development, on Saturday, KCNA reported the discovery of what they claimed to be fragments of a South Korean military drone on North Korean territory. The article warned that any further incursions into North Korean airspace would be seen as a serious military provocation, and could lead to a swift retaliatory response.
Last week, state media confirmed that the DPRK military had demolished 60-meter segments of roads and rail lines connecting North Korea with the South. A representative from North Korea’s Defense Ministry was quoted as saying that “further measures will be taken to turn the blocked southern border into an eternal fortress.”
While Seoul has not officially confirmed or denied the drone allegations, it has warned North Korea that any attack against the South could result in the “end of its regime.”
Olivia Brown contributed to this report for TROIB News
