North Korean Warship Launch Mishap: Kim Jong Un's Unforgiving Stance
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un called a failed warship launch 'carelessness' and demanded the 5,000-ton destroyer be fixed before June. The incident occurred during a publicized launch event, drawing criticism from Kim as he witnessed the mishap firsthand.
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An accident occurred during the launch of a new North Korean warship while leader Kim Jong Un was in attendance, state media KCNA reported on Thursday.
Kim, who observed the failed launch of the 5,000-ton destroyer, condemned the incident as 'carelessness' and 'intolerable.' He instructed immediate restoration of the ship ahead of an upcoming June party meeting, as per KCNA's information.
The high-profile failure has sparked criticism from Kim, emphasizing the need for accountability as the nation presses forward with its military advancement initiatives.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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