North Korea Prepares for War: Kim Jong Un’s Demands to his Army
North Korea’s leader, Kim Jong Un, urged the country’s military to concentrate on war preparations. This followed accusations he leveled against the US and South Korea for escalating tensions on the Korean peninsula to an unprecedented phase.
North Korea’s War Preparations
According to North Korean state media KCNA, Kim Jong Un emphasized the need for the country’s armed forces to fully focus on preparing for war, following his allegations that the US and South Korea have brought tensions on the peninsula to a historical high.
Kim Jong Un’s Support for Russia
Kim Jong Un has reportedly stated he would back Russia in its conflict with Ukraine. His support would not only be in terms of soldiers and ammunition, but also heavy artillery. According to the Financial Times, a significant number of North Korean-made multiple rocket launchers and M1989 Koksan M1989 self-propelled howitzers have already found their way to Russia in recent weeks.
North Korean Soldiers Fighting Alongside Russia
The US State Department has claimed that thousands of North Korean soldiers are actively fighting alongside Russian forces in the border region near Kursk, where they are battling Ukrainian forces. South Korean intelligence also suggests that Pyongyang has deployed over 10,000 troops to Russia, besides supplying artillery munitions to Russian forces.
Recent Defense Pact
The military cooperation between North Korea and Russia has been strengthened by a recent agreement that includes a mutual defense pact. This agreement enhances the military capabilities of both nations, making them formidable forces in their ongoing and future conflicts.
Kim Jong Un’s View on the Korean Peninsula
In a recent speech, Kim Jong Un described the Korean peninsula as “the world’s biggest hotbed.” This highlights the escalating tensions in the region, which have been stoked by various geopolitical conflicts.
