The event came as U.S. and South Korean militaries were conducting joint exercises aimed at bolstering defenses against threats from North Korea.
During demonstrations on Saturday, drones were allegedly capable of destroying objects such as South KoreaK-2 main battle tank.
Photos released by state media showed a white drone with X-shaped wings hitting its target. Unlike traditional combat drones that use missiles at long range, these drones are designed to directly impact targets.
“Suicide drone” test (AP photo)
The Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) stated that the test included various types of UAVs designed for land and sea targets, demonstrating their accuracy by accurately striking test targets on different flight paths.
“Kim Jong-un said that global trends in military technology and modern combat show the importance of drones in warfare and that the North Korean military should be equipped with advanced drones ‘as early as possible.'”
North Korean leaders emphasize accelerating the development and production of a range of unmanned aerial vehicle systems, including exploding drone Suitable for infantry and special operations, reconnaissance drones, multi-purpose attack drones and underwater suicide attack drones.
Synchronized drills underway by U.S. and South Korean militaries are expected to last until Thursday. The exercises are designed to improve allies’ preparedness to deal with North Korea’s various threats and draw lessons from recent armed conflicts.
Hostility between North and South Korea continues to escalate Kim Yong-eun It continues to strengthen its nuclear-armed military and threatens Washington and Seoul. With Russia’s conflict in Ukraine diverting some international attention, Kim Jong Un is focusing on strengthening his war-fighting capabilities.
While global attention often focuses on North Korea’s long-range missiles aimed at reaching the U.S. mainland, Kim Jong Un is also expanding his nuclear arsenal against South Korea. This includes short-range missiles and artillery systems that North Korea claims to have nuclear capabilities.
Earlier this month, Pyongyang held a major event where Kim Jong Un demonstrated the delivery of 250 nuclear-tipped missile launchers to frontline troops. At the event, he reiterated the need for continued expansion of North Korea’s nuclear program.
The incident heightened concerns about North Korea’s intentions on the Korean peninsula. Kim Jong Un has expressed an aggressive stance on the possible deployment of battlefield nuclear weapons near the South Korean border. He said North Korea could launch a pre-emptive nuclear strike if its leadership felt threatened.
Analysts believe that Kim Jong-un may use the current US election year to increase pressure aimed at forcing Washington to accept North Korea as a nuclear-armed state. His long-term goal appears to be to negotiate economic and security concessions.
