Kim gave field guidance on Wednesday at the university, named after his late father, which is considered the top military education institution in the country.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un emphasized the importance of being prepared for war amidst unstable geopolitical conditions surrounding his country. He made this statement in his recent visit to Kim Jong Il University of Military and Politics. Kim gave field guidance on Wednesday at the university, named after his late father, which is considered the top military education institution in the country. Kim’s visit comes at a time when North Korea has intensified its weapons development efforts and strengthened ties with Russia. Reports suggest that North Korea has supported Russia in its conflict with Ukraine in exchange for military assistance.
Affirming that if the enemy opts for military confrontation with the DPRK, the DPRK will deal a death-blow to the enemy without hesitation by mobilizing all means in its possession,” KCNA quoted Kim as telling the university staff and students. DPRK is short for the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, the North’s official name.
“Outlining the complicated international situation … and the uncertain and unstable military and political situation around the DPRK, he said that now is the time to be more thoroughly prepared for a war than ever before,” KCNA said according to Reuters.
Earlier this month, Kim oversaw the successful test launch of a new hypersonic intermediate-range ballistic missile. This advancement, utilizing solid fuel, is deemed more efficient than liquid-fuel options. The move is expected to bolster North Korea’s missile deployment capabilities significantly.
North Korea has also accused US and South Korea for escalating military tensions through aggressive military exercises labeled as ‘war maneuvers.’ Recent months have seen a surge in the intensity and scale of these drills.
(With inputs from Reuters)
