Kim Jong Un demands ‘destructive’ military posture as South Korea vows to boost drone warfare
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un called for a stronger "deadly and destructive offensive posture" after recent weapons tests that included a special mission warhead and upgraded rocket systems. South Korea responded by announcing a major expansion of its drone capabilities, planning to acquire over 20,000 drones and train half a million troops as "drone warriors." The moves heighten tensions on the Korean Peninsula as both sides continue to develop conventional and nuclear forces while diplomatic talks remain stalled.
- ▪Kim Jong Un observed tests of a special mission warhead, an upgraded multiple rocket launch system, and extended-range artillery shells, urging a more aggressive offensive posture.
- ▪South Korea's Defense Ministry outlined plans to develop long-range exploding drones, procure more than 20,000 low-cost reconnaissance and attack drones, and train 500,000 personnel as drone operators.
- ▪North Korea has reportedly received technology assistance from Russia, prompting South Korea to emphasize the need for proactive drone capabilities.
- ▪Both countries are expanding their conventional and nuclear arsenals amid ongoing refusal of diplomatic talks with each other and the United States.
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World News Kim Jong Un demands ‘destructive’ military posture as South Korea vows to boost drone warfare By Associated Press Published June 26, 2026, 7:27 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google North Korean leader Kim Jong Un observed major weapons tests and called for the military’s “deadly and destructive offensive posture” to be bolstered, state media reported Friday, as South Korea announced it would drastically boost its drone warfare capabilities. The development comes as tensions remain high on the Korean Peninsula, with Kim pushing to strengthen both nuclear and conventional military capabilities while refusing to return to talks with South Korea and the United States.
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