Kim Jong-un, the leader of North Korea, stated that his country's submarine-launched missile test was 'successful' and emphasized that his government has the capability to attack South Korea and the United States whenever it wishes. On Saturday afternoon, North Korea conducted a missile test from a submarine, which South Korean officials later reported was 'not successful.' On April 24, the official North Korean news agency quoted the leader as saying that the recent test was successful and that Pyongyang currently possesses 'strong nuclear weapons' and a 'reliable system for launching' them. According to the North Korean news agency, Kim Jong-un stated that his government now has 'another new tool for carrying out a strong atomic attack, whenever the Central Committee of the Party (the ruling party) deems it necessary.' The report mentioned that the new ballistic missile was launched from 'the deepest part of the sea' and possesses 'very advanced technology.' The South Korean state news agency, Yonhap, reported that submarine-launched missiles are difficult to track and their advantage over many other weapons lies in their ability to be transported and relocated by submarines, making defensive measures more challenging. The North Korean leader has repeatedly threatened South Korea and the United States with nuclear attacks. Recent ballistic missile tests in North Korea have led to a wave of new sanctions against Pyongyang; even Beijing, North Korea's most important ally, has criticized the continuation of these tests. Tensions on the Korean Peninsula have increased following North Korea's fourth nuclear military test and the very large military exercises conducted by South Korea and the United States in the region. South Korean media and analysts have suggested that their northern neighbor is preparing for a fifth nuclear military test, which could occur in May, ahead of the main congress of the 'Workers' Party,' the ruling party led by the Kim family.
North Korean Leader Emphasizes Readiness to Attack South Korea and the U.S.
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has declared the country's readiness to attack South Korea and the U.S. following a submarine missile test, which South Korea deemed unsuccessful. This situation heightens tensions on the Korean Peninsula amid ongoing military exercises and sanctions.
👥 Key Players
⚡ Actions
📰 What Happened
Kim Jong-un claims North Korea can attack South Korea and the U.S. with nuclear weapons.
- Kim Jong-un announce South Korea, United States
- North Korea test missile
- Kim Jong-un threaten South Korea, United States
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
North Korea's claims of nuclear readiness escalate regional and international tensions.
📝 Key Evidence
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