"Kim Jong Un Announces Plans for Nuclear Expansion and Satellite Launches Amid War Readiness"

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"Kim Jong Un Announces Plans for Nuclear Expansion and Satellite Launches Amid War Readiness"
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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has announced plans to enhance the country's military capabilities by launching three more military spy satellites, producing additional nuclear materials, and developing modern attack drones in 2024. This move is seen as an effort to prepare for "overwhelming" war readiness in response to U.S.-led confrontations. Kim's strategy appears to be influenced by the upcoming U.S. presidential elections, with the potential return of Donald Trump seen as an opportunity for North Korea to negotiate sanctions relief. The announcement has been met with strong condemnation from South Korea, which vows to deter North Korean threats in partnership with the United States.

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