North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has instructed the nation’s industrial and military sectors to ready themselves for potential conflict with the United States, citing perceived provocative actions by the U.S. and its allies.
The directive emphasizes accelerated preparations in the People’s Army, munitions industry, nuclear weapons, and civil defense sectors.
While details of the preparations were not specified by the state news agency, Kim attributed the heightened tension to anti-North Korea actions by the U.S. Kim warned of a potential nuclear attack in response to provocations involving nuclear weapons.
Recent events, including North Korea’s missile test and the operational status of a second reactor at the Yongbyon nuclear facility, contribute to the escalating situation.
Despite some speculation about diplomatic overtures after the upcoming U.S. presidential election, Kim’s statements indicate a persistent trajectory of weapons tests and military modernization.
