Kim Jong Un showcases new sniper rifle amid rising tensions
During an inspection of the special forces, Kim Jong Un personally tested a new sniper rifle, according to North Korean state media on Saturday. The North Korean leader discussed "the practical ability to guarantee victory."
What do you need to know?
- Kim Jong Un tested a new sniper rifle during the inspection of special forces, highlighting his dedication to enhancing the country's combat abilities.
- Kim's visit occurred on Friday, the same day South Korea's Constitutional Court upheld the impeachment of President Yoon Seok-youl.
- Photos from the inspection depict Kim with the new rifle, symbolizing technological and military advancements in North Korea.
“The actual war capability for guaranteeing victory in the war field is bolstered up through intensive training,” Kim Jong Un stated, as quoted by KCNA. He added that such training is "the most vivid expression of patriotism and loyalty to the country and the people."
During the inspection, Kim Jong Un personally tested the newly developed sniper rifle. The visit happened on Friday, coinciding with the South Korean Constitutional Court's decision to uphold the impeachment of President Yoon Seok-youl.
What does the new rifle mean for North Korea?
Photos published by media in Pyongyang show Kim looking through the scope of the new sniper rifle, which has been delivered to special operations units.
The leader supervised shooting exercises and expressed "great satisfaction over the performance and power of the sniper rifle developed in our own way," reported KCNA. This event underscores North Korea's aim to bolster its armed forces.
AFP reports that South Korean intelligence indicates the deployment of thousands of North Korean special unit troops to Russia to support Moscow in the conflict with Ukraine. Meanwhile, former US President Donald Trump, who has met Kim three times, stated that he remains in contact with Kim and plans to "do something at some point."
