Edith Hejberg
Kim Jong Un talks about “real War” during artillery training.
Kim Jong Un warns soldiers to prepare for “real war” during military training
Kim Jong Un Warns of “Real War”
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has urged his military to prepare for a “real war,” as he oversaw a dramatic artillery drill on Wednesday. The statement was released Thursday by state media KCNA.
Artillery Drills Captured on Camera
Images show Kim in a black suit addressing soldiers in combat gear and observing live-fire shelling into the sea. The event took place at an undisclosed coastal location.
“Destroy the Enemy”
Kim’s speech to the troops emphasized battlefield readiness, instructing them to be able to “destroy the enemy on any battlefield” as tensions continue to mount in the region.
North Korea’s Role in Ukraine Conflict
Reports suggest North Korean fighters aided Russian forces in Ukraine’s Kursk region, and Pyongyang has supplied Moscow with missiles and artillery shells.
Closer Ties with Russia
North Korea’s expanding military cooperation with Russia has raised serious concerns among Western nations, who fear it could further destabilize global security.
Global Alarm Over Escalation
Kim’s latest remarks and war games add to rising fears of conflict on the Korean Peninsula. Analysts warn that such provocations increase the risk of miscalculation.
