North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has urged a significant nuclear arsenal expansion, aiming to bolster defense capabilities and overtake the world, state media reported.
The remarks were made during a party meeting
Jun 23, 2026
02:24 pm
What's the storyNorth Korean leader Kim Jong-un has called for a significant expansion of the country's nuclear arsenal.
According to state media reports, he has asked officials to strengthen defense capabilities "with a goal of overtaking the world."
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Kim says expansion necessary due to worsening security threats, long-term confrontations with 'most ferocious enemies'.
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