North Korea Reveals Construction of First Nuclear-Powered Submarine

The 7,000-ton vessel, reportedly capable of carrying nuclear missiles, signals a significant military advancement with possible Russian support.

North Korea has unveiled its first nuclear-powered submarine under construction, described as a 'strategic guided missile submarine' by state media.
The submarine is estimated to weigh 6,000 to 7,000 tons and could carry up to 10 missiles, with experts suggesting it may be capable of launching nuclear weapons.
This marks a major upgrade to North Korea's large but aging submarine fleet, which has previously lacked nuclear-powered capabilities.
Analysts speculate that Russia may have provided technological assistance in exchange for North Korean support in the Ukraine conflict, though this remains unconfirmed.
The announcement comes as the US and South Korea begin their annual joint military exercise, heightening tensions in the region.