North Korea commissions new naval destroyer
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Kim Jong Un, North Korean Navy
North Korea
September 6, 2026
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Read our editorial policy- Earlier version 29/7/2026, 7:50:27 AM
North Korea commissioned a new naval destroyer, the Kang Kon. Kim Jong Un emphasized the need for a reliable nuclear deterrent for maritime defense. The move coincides with joint military exercises by the US, South Korea, and Japan.
- Earlier version 19/7/2026, 4:51:02 AM
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