North Korea revealed a state-of-the-art tactical nuclear attack submarine, a major milestone in its ongoing military modernization.
The revelation comes amid heightened international scrutiny of North Korea’s nuclear capabilities.
A Glimpse at North Korea’s Latest Submarine
The unveiling occurred during a military parade in Pyongyang, with Supreme Leader Kim Jong-un presiding over the event. The Kwangmyongsong-5 submarine was paraded through the city streets, showcasing its sleek design and advanced technology.
North Korean state media reported that the Kwangmyongsong-5 has advanced propulsion systems, stealth technology, and state-of-the-art navigation capabilities. It is also reported to be armed with tactical nuclear weapons, raising concerns about the country’s evolving nuclear strategy.
The international community, including the United States, South Korea, Japan, and other neighboring nations, expressed immediate concern over the development. The unveiling of a nuclear-armed submarine further complicates the already fragile security situation in the region.
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UN Security Council Emergency Meeting
The United Nations Security Council convened an emergency meeting to discuss the situation. The US ambassador to the United Nations, in a statement, called North Korea’s actions provocative and destabilizing and urged the international community to take a unified stance against any further advancements in the North Korean nuclear program.
South Korea’s Defense Ministry issued a statement expressing deep concern over the development, emphasizing the need for dialogue and diplomacy to address regional security issues.
Japan also voiced its concerns, with Prime Minister Shinzo Abe stating that the submarine’s unveiling “violates international norms and poses a threat to regional peace and stability.”
North Korea’s longtime ally China has not yet issued an official response to the unveiling.
However, Chinese officials have previously called for calm and restraint in the region, emphasizing the importance of dialogue to address security concerns.
The unveiling of the Kwangmyongsong-5 underscores the urgent need for renewed diplomatic efforts to denuclearize the Korean Peninsula and reduce tensions in the region.
The international community will closely monitor the situation as it develops and work towards finding peaceful solutions to address North Korea’s nuclear ambitions.
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