North Korea’s leader orders mass production of suicide drones

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has issued an order for the mass production of kamikaze/suicide drones after successful testing of these drones. The directive highlights North Korea’s growing focus on increasing its military capabilities.

According to the North Korean state news agency, Kim stated on Friday, November 15, that there is an escalating global race to use drones for military purposes. He stressed the urgent need to update military strategies in light of this progress.

According to Reuters, the introduction of kamikaze drones is becoming increasingly common in conflicts such as the war between Russia and Ukraine and the Middle East. These drones are shaping modern warfare by providing strategic advantages.

Kim’s directive comes shortly after the signing of a strategic partnership agreement with Russian President Vladimir Putin. The timing suggests a link between the mass production order and the developing military cooperation between the two nations.

Reports from South Korea, NATO and the US indicate that around 10,000 North Korean special forces have been deployed to support Russia in the war in Ukraine. These forces have reportedly been involved in battles in the Kursk region, causing casualties.

North Korea’s increasing military support for Russia, including the deployment of special forces and the mass production of kamikaze drones, adds a new layer of complexity to the conflict in Ukraine.

The strategic partnership between North Korea and Russia signals a changing geopolitical landscape, with Pyongyang taking a more active role in global conflicts. This growing alliance not only intensifies the war in Ukraine, but also challenges the existing balance of power, leading to increased vigilance among Western countries.