North Korea’s new destroyer capsizes during launch
- North Korea's newest 5,000-ton destroyer was severely damaged during its launch ceremony in Chongjin on Wednesday, witnessed by Kim Jong Un.
- The accident happened when the launch system failed, causing the ship's stern to slide into the water earlier than intended, which crushed part of the hull and left the vessel tilted in the water.
- Officials said the damaged vessel is likely equipped similarly to the recently unveiled Choe Hyon, which represents North Korea's push to modernize its naval forces amid regional tensions.
- Kim Jong Un denounced the failed launch as a serious wrongdoing resulting from gross negligence, pledged to hold those responsible accountable, and directed that the necessary repairs be completed prior to the late June Workers' Party meeting.
- Analysts warned damage from the failed launch could be catastrophic and doubt North Korea's ability to meet Kim's repair deadline given its limited naval infrastructure.
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Read Full ArticleKim Jong Un left fuming after North Korea’s new destroyer damaged in failed launch
North Korean dictator Kim Jung Un was left fuming this week when he attended a botched launch of a new 5,000-ton naval destroyer. The communist nation is attempting to advance its military capabilities.
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