North Korean leader Kim Jong Un announced plans to “exponentially” increase the country’s nuclear weapons stockpile, according to state media KCNA. In his speech marking North Korea’s founding anniversary, Kim cited a growing threat from U.S.-led military forces in the region and emphasised the need for nuclear readiness. This comes amid condemnation from South Korea, Japan, and the U.S. over North Korea’s recent missile launches. A U.S. State Department statement confirmed that the three nations would strengthen trilateral cooperation, including holding a second military exercise, Freedom Edge.
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