SEOUL, May 14 (AJP) - North Korean leader Kim Jong-un inspected a special military drill on Tuesday that included a joint firepower demonstration featuring armored vehicles, anti-tank weapons, and drones, according to state media.
The Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) reported Wednesday that Kim visited a training camp under the capital city defense force, where he observed a demonstration involving various military systems and training officers.
During the visit, Kim reportedly expressed strong interest in ensuring that the North Korean military stays in step with modern warfare trends. The inspection underscored Pyongyang’s focus on next-generation weapon development, including localized missiles, drones, and upgraded armored vehicles.
Kim described contemporary warfare as “a showdown between military talents and war of commanding officers’ brains,” emphasizing the need for drills to encourage the independence and creativity of military leaders.
KCNA also released dozens of photographs showing a range of military hardware -- drones, tanks, anti-tank weapons, and infantry equipped with modern arms. In several images, Kim was seen accompanied by bodyguards carrying a briefcase that resembled a so-called “nuclear suitcase.”
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Park Sae-jin
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