In a dramatic turn of events, North Korea has detained three shipyard officials following the disastrous launch of a navy destroyer that coincided with a highly publicized event attended by Kim Jong-un. According to the state-run Korean Central News Agency, the arrests include the chief engineer responsible for the Chongjin shipyard, along with two other senior officials. The failed launch occurred last week when the newly constructed 5,000-ton destroyer capsized as it was being pushed into the water. Kim Jong-un reportedly deemed the incident a "criminal act," insisting on punitive measures. This incident comes shortly after a successful destroyer launch in April, highlighting the stark contrast in outcomes for North Korea's ambitions to modernize its naval fleet. Images reveal the compromised vessel covered with tarpaulins, attempting to shield it from outside scrutiny following the embarrassing mishap.
**North Korea Arrests Officials Following Botched Destroyer Launch That Upset Kim Jong-un**
**North Korea Arrests Officials Following Botched Destroyer Launch That Upset Kim Jong-un**
North Korea's leadership responds severely to a failed naval project, with multiple arrests aimed at those responsible for the mishap.
**North Korea Arrests Officials Following Botched Destroyer Launch That Upset Kim Jong-un**
North Korea's leadership responds severely to a failed naval project, with multiple arrests aimed at those responsible for the mishap.
In a dramatic turn of events, North Korea has detained three shipyard officials following the disastrous launch of a navy destroyer that coincided with a highly publicized event attended by Kim Jong-un. According to the state-run Korean Central News Agency, the arrests include the chief engineer responsible for the Chongjin shipyard, along with two other senior officials. The failed launch occurred last week when the newly constructed 5,000-ton destroyer capsized as it was being pushed into the water. Kim Jong-un reportedly deemed the incident a "criminal act," insisting on punitive measures. This incident comes shortly after a successful destroyer launch in April, highlighting the stark contrast in outcomes for North Korea's ambitions to modernize its naval fleet. Images reveal the compromised vessel covered with tarpaulins, attempting to shield it from outside scrutiny following the embarrassing mishap.
North Korea's leadership responds severely to a failed naval project, with multiple arrests aimed at those responsible for the mishap.
In a dramatic turn of events, North Korea has detained three shipyard officials following the disastrous launch of a navy destroyer that coincided with a highly publicized event attended by Kim Jong-un. According to the state-run Korean Central News Agency, the arrests include the chief engineer responsible for the Chongjin shipyard, along with two other senior officials. The failed launch occurred last week when the newly constructed 5,000-ton destroyer capsized as it was being pushed into the water. Kim Jong-un reportedly deemed the incident a "criminal act," insisting on punitive measures. This incident comes shortly after a successful destroyer launch in April, highlighting the stark contrast in outcomes for North Korea's ambitions to modernize its naval fleet. Images reveal the compromised vessel covered with tarpaulins, attempting to shield it from outside scrutiny following the embarrassing mishap.
