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Kim Jong Un Announces Exponential Increase in North Korea's Nuclear Arsenal - KCNA

Sep 9, 2024, 09:36 PM

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has announced plans to exponentially increase the country's nuclear arsenal. In a speech marking North Korea’s founding anniversary, Kim emphasized the need to prepare the nation's nuclear capability and its readiness to use it at any given time. He highlighted the importance of a strong military presence against various threats posed by the United States and its allies. The policy aims to implement a nuclear force construction strategy to significantly boost the number of nuclear weapons. According to state media KCNA, Kim stressed ensuring the security rights of the state.