North Korea's Military Activities
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un guided an artillery firing drill by the Korean People’s Army, aimed at increasing combat readiness and war capability, with multiple rocket launcher shells and self-propelled artillery shells fired toward the Yellow Sea. South Korea is monitoring the situation and warning of consequences.
Key Points
- Kim Jong Un guided artillery firing drill near the border
- Multiple rocket launcher and artillery shells fired towards Yellow Sea
- South Korea monitoring the situation and conducting joint drills with the U.S.
- North Korea made attempts to jam GPS signals near the border
- Kim emphasized the need for artillery war preparations and combat readiness
Pros
- Increase in combat readiness
- Important military missions for war deterrence
Cons
- Potential threat to South Korea and its capital
- Tension escalation in the region