Kim Jong Un Orders Stronger Offensive Posture After Missile Tests
North Korea's Kim Jong Un personally oversaw ballistic missile tests and demanded enhanced strike capabilities along the inter-Korean border, escalating regional tensions.
Defense & Security Editor
James Chen serves as Defense & Security Editor, covering military strategy, defense technology, and cyber warfare. A former intelligence community analyst, he provides authoritative reporting on security threats, arms control negotiations, and the evolving nature of modern warfare.
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