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Rhyl Journal
22-05-2025
- Politics
- Rhyl Journal
North Korea warship is damaged at launch ceremony attended by Kim Jong Un
The ship slid off the ramp and became stuck after the flatcar failed to move alongside it, throwing off its balance and crushing parts of the ship's bottom, according to the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA). The accident at Wednesday's ceremony at the northeastern port of Chongjin was an embarrassing setback for Mr Kim, who has emphasised naval advancement as key to his nuclear-armed military. Mr Kim blamed military officials, scientists and shipyard operators for what he described as a 'serious accident and criminal act caused by absolute carelessness, irresponsibility and unscientific empiricism,' and called for a ruling Workers' Party meeting to address their 'irresponsible errors,' KCNA said. The agency reported separately that a plenary meeting of the party's powerful Central Committee was scheduled for late June. North Korean state media did not say whether Wednesday's incident caused any injuries. The damaged vessel was likely in the same class as the country's first destroyer, unveiled on April 25, which experts assessed as the North's largest and most advanced warship to date. Mr Kim called it a significant asset for advancing his goal of expanding the military's operational range and nuclear strike capabilities. State media described that ship as designed to handle various weapons systems, including anti-air and anti-ship weapons as well as nuclear-capable ballistic and cruise missiles. Mr Kim also supervised test-firings of missiles from the destroyer afterwards, and state media said the ship was expected to enter active duty early next year. Lee Sung Joon, spokesperson for South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff, said the damaged vessel was likely equipped with similar systems and remains toppled over in the sea. Mr Kim has framed the arms buildup as a response to perceived threats from the United States and its allies in Asia, who have been expanding joint military exercises amid rising tensions over the North's nuclear programme. He says the acquisition of a nuclear-powered submarine would be his next big step in strengthening his navy. Outside experts say the destroyer was likely built with Russian assistance. While North Korea's naval forces are considered inferior to South Korea's, analysts still view the destroyer as a serious security threat, as it could enhance the country's offensive and defensive capabilities. Tensions on the Korean Peninsula have escalated in recent months as Kim accelerates the development of his nuclear and missile programmes and supplies weapons and troops to support Russia's war in Ukraine.
North Wales Chronicle
22-05-2025
- Politics
- North Wales Chronicle
North Korea warship is damaged at launch ceremony attended by Kim Jong Un
The ship slid off the ramp and became stuck after the flatcar failed to move alongside it, throwing off its balance and crushing parts of the ship's bottom, according to the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA). The accident at Wednesday's ceremony at the northeastern port of Chongjin was an embarrassing setback for Mr Kim, who has emphasised naval advancement as key to his nuclear-armed military. Mr Kim blamed military officials, scientists and shipyard operators for what he described as a 'serious accident and criminal act caused by absolute carelessness, irresponsibility and unscientific empiricism,' and called for a ruling Workers' Party meeting to address their 'irresponsible errors,' KCNA said. The agency reported separately that a plenary meeting of the party's powerful Central Committee was scheduled for late June. North Korean state media did not say whether Wednesday's incident caused any injuries. The damaged vessel was likely in the same class as the country's first destroyer, unveiled on April 25, which experts assessed as the North's largest and most advanced warship to date. Mr Kim called it a significant asset for advancing his goal of expanding the military's operational range and nuclear strike capabilities. State media described that ship as designed to handle various weapons systems, including anti-air and anti-ship weapons as well as nuclear-capable ballistic and cruise missiles. Mr Kim also supervised test-firings of missiles from the destroyer afterwards, and state media said the ship was expected to enter active duty early next year. Lee Sung Joon, spokesperson for South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff, said the damaged vessel was likely equipped with similar systems and remains toppled over in the sea. Mr Kim has framed the arms buildup as a response to perceived threats from the United States and its allies in Asia, who have been expanding joint military exercises amid rising tensions over the North's nuclear programme. He says the acquisition of a nuclear-powered submarine would be his next big step in strengthening his navy. Outside experts say the destroyer was likely built with Russian assistance. While North Korea's naval forces are considered inferior to South Korea's, analysts still view the destroyer as a serious security threat, as it could enhance the country's offensive and defensive capabilities. Tensions on the Korean Peninsula have escalated in recent months as Kim accelerates the development of his nuclear and missile programmes and supplies weapons and troops to support Russia's war in Ukraine.
Leader Live
22-05-2025
- Politics
- Leader Live
North Korea warship is damaged at launch ceremony attended by Kim Jong Un
The ship slid off the ramp and became stuck after the flatcar failed to move alongside it, throwing off its balance and crushing parts of the ship's bottom, according to the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA). The accident at Wednesday's ceremony at the northeastern port of Chongjin was an embarrassing setback for Mr Kim, who has emphasised naval advancement as key to his nuclear-armed military. Mr Kim blamed military officials, scientists and shipyard operators for what he described as a 'serious accident and criminal act caused by absolute carelessness, irresponsibility and unscientific empiricism,' and called for a ruling Workers' Party meeting to address their 'irresponsible errors,' KCNA said. The agency reported separately that a plenary meeting of the party's powerful Central Committee was scheduled for late June. North Korean state media did not say whether Wednesday's incident caused any injuries. The damaged vessel was likely in the same class as the country's first destroyer, unveiled on April 25, which experts assessed as the North's largest and most advanced warship to date. Mr Kim called it a significant asset for advancing his goal of expanding the military's operational range and nuclear strike capabilities. State media described that ship as designed to handle various weapons systems, including anti-air and anti-ship weapons as well as nuclear-capable ballistic and cruise missiles. Mr Kim also supervised test-firings of missiles from the destroyer afterwards, and state media said the ship was expected to enter active duty early next year. Lee Sung Joon, spokesperson for South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff, said the damaged vessel was likely equipped with similar systems and remains toppled over in the sea. Mr Kim has framed the arms buildup as a response to perceived threats from the United States and its allies in Asia, who have been expanding joint military exercises amid rising tensions over the North's nuclear programme. He says the acquisition of a nuclear-powered submarine would be his next big step in strengthening his navy. Outside experts say the destroyer was likely built with Russian assistance. While North Korea's naval forces are considered inferior to South Korea's, analysts still view the destroyer as a serious security threat, as it could enhance the country's offensive and defensive capabilities. Tensions on the Korean Peninsula have escalated in recent months as Kim accelerates the development of his nuclear and missile programmes and supplies weapons and troops to support Russia's war in Ukraine.
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
North Korea launches short-range ballistic missiles into sea, South Korea says
North Korea launched several short-range ballistic missiles into its eastern sea Thursday in what South Korea is calling a "clear act of provocation." Lee Sung Joon, a spokesperson for South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff, said the launches were possibly intended to test the performance of weapons that North Korea plans to export as it continues to send military equipment and troops to fuel Russia's warfighting against Ukraine. The agency said multiple missiles were launched from an area around North Korea's eastern port city of Wonsan from about 8:10 to 9:20 a.m. local time Thursday, with the farthest traveling about 497 miles. Lee said the tests likely involved a short-range ballistic missile system launched from vehicles — possibly modeled after Russia's Iskander missile -- and also large-caliber rocket artillery systems. 600 North Korean Troops Killed While Fighting Ukraine, South Korea Says The Joint Chiefs said South Korean and U.S. intelligence authorities detected the launch preparations in advance and tracked the missiles after they were launched. Read On The Fox News App It issued a statement denouncing the launches as a "clear act of provocation" that threatens peace and stability in the region, according to the Associated Press. South Korean military officials are now analyzing whether the tests were linked to the North's weapons exports to Russia. In early March, North Korea fired several ballistic missiles into the sea just hours after South Korea and the United States kicked off their first major joint military exercise of President Donald Trump's second term. "We are aware of the DPRK's multiple ballistic missile launches and are consulting closely with the Republic of Korea and Japan, as well as other regional allies and partners. The United States condemns these actions and calls on the DPRK to refrain from further unlawful and destabilizing acts," the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command said in a statement at the time. North Korea Fires Missiles As Us, South Korea Begin Their First Joint Military Exercise Of Trump's Second Term Those launches come after South Korean and U.S. forces began their annual Freedom Shield exercise. After denying its war involvement for months, North Korea last month confirmed for the first time that it had sent combat troops to help Russia in recapturing parts of the Kursk region, which had fallen to a surprise Ukrainian incursion last year. Moscow also acknowledged the North Korean involvement, with Russian President Vladimir Putin issuing a statement thanking the North for sending troops to support his forces and promising not to forget their sacrifices. Recent South Korean intelligence assessments suggest that North Korea has sent about 15,000 soldiers to Russia, and that nearly 5,000 of them have been killed or injured while fighting against Ukrainian forces, the AP reported. Washington and Seoul have also accused North Korea of supplying Russia with various types of military equipment, including artillery systems and shells and ballistic missiles. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Original article source: North Korea launches short-range ballistic missiles into sea, South Korea says
Fox News
08-05-2025
- Politics
- Fox News
North Korea launches short-range ballistic missiles into sea, South Korea says
North Korea launched several short-range ballistic missiles into its eastern sea Thursday in what South Korea is calling a "clear act of provocation." Lee Sung Joon, a spokesperson for South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff, said the launches were possibly intended to test the performance of weapons that North Korea plans to export as it continues to send military equipment and troops to fuel Russia's warfighting against Ukraine. The agency said multiple missiles were launched from an area around North Korea's eastern port city of Wonsan from about 8:10 to 9:20 a.m. local time Thursday, with the farthest traveling about 497 miles. Lee said the tests likely involved a short-range ballistic missile system launched from vehicles — possibly modeled after Russia's Iskander missile -- and also large-caliber rocket artillery systems. The Joint Chiefs said South Korean and U.S. intelligence authorities detected the launch preparations in advance and tracked the missiles after they were launched. It issued a statement denouncing the launches as a "clear act of provocation" that threatens peace and stability in the region, according to the Associated Press. South Korean military officials are now analyzing whether the tests were linked to the North's weapons exports to Russia. In early March, North Korea fired several ballistic missiles into the sea just hours after South Korea and the United States kicked off their first major joint military exercise of President Donald Trump's second term. "We are aware of the DPRK's multiple ballistic missile launches and are consulting closely with the Republic of Korea and Japan, as well as other regional allies and partners. The United States condemns these actions and calls on the DPRK to refrain from further unlawful and destabilizing acts," the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command said in a statement at the time. Those launches come after South Korean and U.S. forces began their annual Freedom Shield exercise. After denying its war involvement for months, North Korea last month confirmed for the first time that it had sent combat troops to help Russia in recapturing parts of the Kursk region, which had fallen to a surprise Ukrainian incursion last year. Moscow also acknowledged the North Korean involvement, with Russian President Vladimir Putin issuing a statement thanking the North for sending troops to support his forces and promising not to forget their sacrifices. Recent South Korean intelligence assessments suggest that North Korea has sent about 15,000 soldiers to Russia, and that nearly 5,000 of them have been killed or injured while fighting against Ukrainian forces, the AP reported. Washington and Seoul have also accused North Korea of supplying Russia with various types of military equipment, including artillery systems and shells and ballistic missiles.
