2023-08-10 08:18:00
Kim Jong Un dismisses North Korean military chief. It is also reported that he was instructed to prepare for war. The North Korean state media reported that the order is to increase the number of military drills, to increase the production of weapons and to be ready at any moment. The report also said Kim spoke at a meeting called by the Central Military Commission to discuss countermeasures.
Kim replaced General Park Su with General Ri Yong Gil as the head of the army. Gil is currently the vice marshal of North Korea. It has not been decided whether he will vacate his current post following becoming the Chief of Army Staff. Kim’s plan is to build and stockpile more missile engines and rockets. KCNA also released footage of Kim pointing out areas including Seoul on the map.
Kim has asked leaders to hold military parades with the most advanced weapons and keep the forces well equipped. There are reports that Kim’s instructions are in the context of the joint military exercises to be conducted with the US and South Korea on August 21 and that Kim considers South Korea’s move to conduct military exercises with the US as a threat to national security. North Korea is expected to hold a large military parade on September 9, its founding day. Paramilitary units to reinforce the army may also participate in this parade.
Kim Jong Un dismisses top general, calls for war preparations
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