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North Korea's Kim Jong Un Inspects Uranium Facility, Orders More Nuclear Weapons, Tests 600mm Rocket Launcher

Sep 13, 2024, 12:10 AM

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has inspected several key military and nuclear facilities, according to state media reports from KCNA. Kim visited a uranium enrichment facility, marking the first public disclosure of such a site in North Korea. This facility is part of North Korea's broader nuclear program, which has been a point of contention with the international community for decades. North Korea is estimated to possess around 50 nuclear warheads. During his visit, Kim ordered an increase in uranium enrichment centrifuges to exponentially build up the nation's nuclear arsenal. Additionally, Kim oversaw the test-fire of a new 600mm multiple rocket launcher and inspected a training base for special operations forces. These actions underscore North Korea's ongoing efforts to enhance its military capabilities.