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

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un announced plans to exponentially increase the nation's number of nuclear weapons. He emphasized the need for enhanced nuclear capabilities to counter threats from the United States and its allies. This statement was made during North Korea's founding anniversary.

10 September 2024 · 13:39 UTC

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un announced plans to increase the number of nuclear weapons exponentially, as stated by state media KCNA on Tuesday.

This announcement was made during a speech on North Korea's founding anniversary.

Kim emphasized the importance of enhancing the nation's nuclear capabilities and readiness to use them at any time to protect the state's security rights.

He cited threats from the United States and its allies as the rationale for this strengthened military posture.