Nuclear-capable warship that capsized when launched finally joins North Korea’s fleet

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North Korea has commissioned the Kang Kon, a nuclear-capable guided-missile destroyer that initially capsized during launch in May 2025. This event marks a significant recovery and an expansion of North Korea's naval capabilities, endorsed by leader Kim Jong Un.

Seoul, South Korea —  North Korea has commissioned its second modern guided-missile destroyer, a remarkable recovery for a vessel that capsized when it was launched in May 2025, infuriating the country’s leader Kim Jong Un who called it a “criminal act.” Kim said Sunday’s commissioning of the destroyer Kang Kon was a result of the country’s … The post Nuclear-capable warship that capsized when launched finally joins North Korea’s fleet appeared first on Egypt Independent.