In a move signaling heightened vigilance, Kim Jong Un, the top leader of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK), has conducted an inspection of the country’s strategic missile bases. State media reported on Wednesday that Kim called for the missile forces to maintain a counteraction posture in response to what he described as the ever-increasing threat from the United States.
According to the official Korean Central News Agency (KCNA), Kim Jong Un, who serves as the general secretary of the Workers’ Party of Korea and president of the State Affairs of the DPRK, examined the readiness of strategic deterrence directly connected to national security. His inspection included a review of the functions and capabilities of missile-launching facilities and an assessment of the strategic missile combat duty at the bases. The exact date of his inspection tour was not specified.
The report underscores the DPRK’s focus on strengthening its defensive capabilities amid escalating tensions on the Korean Peninsula. Kim’s call for heightened readiness comes as the DPRK continues to express concerns over joint military exercises between the United States and South Korea, which Pyongyang views as provocative.
The KCNA report did not provide details on any specific directives or changes to military strategy but emphasized the importance of the missile forces’ preparedness in safeguarding the nation’s sovereignty.
This development is likely to draw international attention, particularly from regional neighbors and global powers monitoring the security dynamics in East Asia. Analysts suggest that Kim’s inspection may be intended to demonstrate the DPRK’s resolve in the face of external pressures.
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