https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/north-korea-names-new-defense-minister-kcna-saysContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/north-korea-names-new-defense-minister-kcna-sayshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/north-korea-names-new-defense-minister-kcna-says#u59717Mon, 07 Sep 2026 09:33:32 +0000North Korea has commissioned its second 5,000-ton naval destroyer, named the Kang Kon, as leader Kim Jong Un demands a more reliable nuclear deterrent. State media reported that Kim described the vessel as an offensive unit supporting the national nuclear counteraction system. This commissioning coincides with joint military exercises conducted by the United States, South Korea, and Japan. Pyongyang plans continued naval expansion involving nuclear-capable assets to counter perceived regional threats, building on recent military leadership reshuffles that included appointing a new defense mini https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/north-korea-names-new-defense-minister-kcna-sayshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/north-korea-names-new-defense-minister-kcna-says#u53498Tue, 01 Sep 2026 03:31:19 +0000North Korea has appointed a new defense minister following the dismissal of No Kwang Chol. This leadership change is part of a broader military reshuffle that included promotions for other officials. The move coincides with increased regional tension, as Pyongyang recently labeled maritime exercises conducted by the United States, Japan, and South Korea in September as a hostile threat. State media reported that Kim Jong Un also commended individuals who contributed to the strengthening of national defense during a recent military meeting.Why it mattersMilitary reshuffles in North Korea often