North Korea's Kim oversees air drills, calls for stepped-up war preparations

japantimes.co.jpPublished: 5/17/2025

Summary

Kim Jong Un has emphasized the need for war preparation, showing concern over national security amid global tensions. He oversaw military drills at missile sites, inspected tank plants, and visited the Russian Embassy to reaffirm ties with Russia. North Korea criticized the U.S. State Department's list and warned that further provocation will escalate relations.