Kim Jong-un wants to “strengthen” North Korea’s nuclear weapons
The North Korean dictator said he wanted to “develop our nation’s nuclear capabilities at an accelerated pace” during a military parade.
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North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un announced on Tuesday, April 26, according to state media, his intention to do so “to strengthen” his country’s nuclear armament. He said he wanted “Developing our nation’s nuclear capabilities at an accelerated rate” During a speech at a military parade in Pyongyang to celebrate the 90th anniversary of the founding of the Korean People’s Army.
For Kim Jong-un, nuclear weapons “Symbol of national strength” It must be diverse. “In light of the turbulent political and military context and the various crises ahead, we will increase our strength at the fastest possible pace.”the North Korean dictator added, citing KCNA News Agency.
If this nuclear arsenal above all had a deterrent role, then it could be deployed if ‘core interests’ North Korea was threatened, Kim Jong-un promised. North Korea is subject to severe international sanctions for its nuclear and missile programs. Negotiations aimed at persuading the leader to abandon it are stalled.
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