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

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 attack drones in 2024. This move is seen as an effort to bolster war readiness against U.S.-led confrontational moves. Kim's strategy appears to be aimed at leveraging a stronger nuclear position for potential high-stakes diplomacy with the U.S., particularly if Donald Trump returns to the presidency. The announcement includes an emphasis on improving submarine capabilities and unmanned combat equipment, while also maintaining a strong stance against South Korea, which Kim has dismissed as a partner for reconciliation or unification.