North Korea Flexes Military Might in Midnight Parade
Showcase of Troops and Materiel
Pyongyang, North Korea - CNN
North Korea staged a spectacular midnight military parade in Pyongyang early Thursday, showcasing its latest weapons and military capabilities. The parade, held to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the ruling Workers' Party of Korea, featured a vast array of troops and materiel, including:
- Thousands of soldiers marching in formation
- Hundreds of tanks, armored vehicles, and artillery pieces
- Dozens of ballistic missiles, including intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs)
- Advanced hypersonic missile systems
- Unveiling of a new type of submarine-launched ballistic missile
The parade was attended by North Korean leader Kim Jong-un and other senior officials. In a speech to the troops, Kim praised the country's military for its unwavering loyalty and readiness to defend the country against any threat.
The parade comes amid heightened tensions between North Korea and the United States. The Biden administration has repeatedly called on North Korea to denuclearize and has imposed sanctions on the country. North Korea, for its part, has accused the US of being hostile and has threatened to restart nuclear and long-range missile testing.
Analysts say the parade is a clear message of strength and defiance from North Korea. It also highlights the country's rapid advancements in missile technology.
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