Kim Jong Un showcases new sniper rifle amid regional tensions
During the inspection of special forces, Kim Jong Un personally tested a new sniper rifle, North Korean state media reported on Saturday. The leader of North Korea spoke about "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, emphasizing his commitment to developing the country's combat capabilities.
- Kim's visit took place on Friday, the same day South Korea's Constitutional Court upheld the impeachment decision of President Yoon Seok-youl.
- Photos from the inspection show Kim with the new rifle, symbolizing the technological and military progress of North Korea.
- The actual war capability for guaranteeing victory in the war field is bolstered up through intensive training, - Kim Jong Un said, 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 of special forces, Kim Jong Un personally tested the newly developed sniper rifle. The visit took place 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 was 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 highlights North Korea's aim to strengthen its armed forces.
AFP recalls that South Korean intelligence reports the deployment of thousands of troops from North Korea's special units to Russia to support Moscow in the war with Ukraine. Meanwhile, former US President Donald Trump, who has met with Kim three times, declared that he remains in contact with him and plans to "do something at some point."
