Kim Jong Un emphasized the need for heightened “war preparations” as he toured a shipyard in Nampho, reinforcing North Korea’s navy capabilities through weapons tests.
With a focus on countering perceived threats from South Korea, the U.S., and Japan, Kim aims to build a nuclear-armed navy.
The construction aligns with a five-year military development plan from early 2021, with Kim urging completion by 2025.
This military inspection in Nampho, coupled with North Korea’s routine military threats, seeks to create insecurity and attract international attention.
Hours later, North Korea launched multiple projectiles into the western sea, marking its fourth cruise missile test in 2024.
