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5,000-ton destroyer
Coverage of 5,000-ton destroyer in the Nexus archive.
- Kim Jong Un unveils 5,000-ton destroyer, touting nuclear capabilities
North Korea has commissioned a 5,000-ton destroyer, as reported by state media. Kim Jong Un highlighted the warship as evidence of advancing naval nuclear capabilities and expanded military power at sea.
- North Korea’s Kim claims progress on nuclear-armed navy as new warship is placed into service
North Korea has commissioned a 5,000-ton destroyer that leader Kim Jong Un claims symbolizes the country's growing naval and nuclear capabilities, according to state media. The warship's deployment is highlighted as a step toward a nuclear-armed navy.