Kim Jong Un Criticizes Officials for Negligence in Flood Damage

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has criticized top officials for their "irresponsible" response to flood damage, blaming them for spoiling the national economy. Kim singled out Premier Kim Tok Hun for neglecting his duties and having a feeble work attitude. This criticism could potentially lead to a cabinet reshuffle. The visit to the flood-hit farmlands is part of Kim's ongoing inspections amid concerns over a food crisis in the country, exacerbated by border closures during the COVID-19 pandemic.