Kim Jong-un announced the buildup of North Korea’s nuclear weapons “in geometric progression”
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has announced ambitious plans to “exponentially increase” the number of nuclear weapons in his country’s arsenal. This statement was made during his speech at a solemn speech dedicated to the anniversary of the founding of North Korea, writes Reuters.
In his speech, Kim Jong-un emphasized that North Korea must significantly strengthen its nuclear potential in order to be ready to use these weapons “at any time” in order to guarantee national security. He emphasized that building up the arsenal is a critical step to protect the country from external threats, particularly from the United States and its allies in the region.
The leader of North Korea also emphasized the need to build a powerful army that will be able to effectively counter military pressure, which, he said, is constantly increasing due to the presence of the United States on the Korean Peninsula. Kim Jong-un emphasized that strengthening the country’s defense capabilities is a priority for his government amid heightened international tensions.
Meanwhile, the United States believes that North Korea may use its support for Russia in the war against Ukraine as an opportunity to obtain modern military technology. In particular, we are talking about technologies for improving long-range missiles and nuclear weapons. Analysts suggest that Pyongyang may exchange military aid for these key technologies, further complicating the situation on the global stage.
Experts warn that the implementation of such plans by North Korea could lead to serious geopolitical consequences, exacerbating already strained relations with the international community. If Pyongyang does succeed in significantly increasing its nuclear arsenal, it could lead to a new wave of sanctions and further isolate the regime, while increasing threats to regional and global security.
