Summary
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has directed increased production of missiles and artillery to boost military capacity, according to state media. He visited munition factories and plans to build more to meet demand. Kim also inspected a nuclear-powered submarine being built, highlighting concerns over regional stability.
Key Facts
- Kim Jong Un ordered more missile and artillery shell production in North Korea.
- Kim plans to construct additional factories to meet military demands.
- He visited a shipyard where a nuclear-powered submarine is being built.
- Photos showed Kim with the submarine, which has a nuclear reactor, according to experts.
- Kim warned that South Korea's nuclear submarine plans could destabilize the region.
- At a summit, South Korean President Lee Jae Myung asked the U.S. for help with nuclear submarines, and President Trump was open to sharing technology.
- Analysts believe North Korea's increased missile focus is meant to pressure the U.S. and South Korea.
- North Korea has supported Russia militarily, receiving aid in return as part of an agreement with President Putin.
