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North Korea's Kim slams 'serious accident' at warship launch

North Korea's Kim slams 'serious accident' at warship launch

Summary

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un criticized a "serious accident" during the launch of a new warship, which damaged the ship's bottom and affected its balance. Kim ordered the ship to be fixed and blamed the incident on carelessness and unscientific methods, insisting those responsible be held accountable.

Key Facts

  • North Korea experienced an accident during the launch of a 5,000-ton warship.
  • The accident affected the bottom of the ship, causing a balance issue.
  • Kim Jong Un called the incident a "criminal act" and a blow to national pride.
  • He ordered the ship to be repaired before a party meeting in June.
  • No casualties or injuries were reported in state media.
  • The accident occurred in the eastern port city of Chongjin.
  • Kim attributed the accident to carelessness and lack of scientific methods.
  • The country rarely discloses local accidents publicly, but it has made exceptions before.
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