Pyongyang: North Korean leader Kim Jong-un visited the training base of the special operation units of the Korean People’s Army and stressed that strengthening their capabilities is key to building a strong army, state-run media reported Saturday. Kim, along with other senior military officials, observed the general tactical training and small-arms shooting contest conducted by combatants of special operation units under the training program.
According to Anadolu Agency, Kim stated, “The actual war capability for guaranteeing victory in the war field is bolstered up through intensive training and it is the most vivid expression of patriotism and loyalty to the country and the people, and the first revolutionary duty for the soldiers with arms to complete the combat preparations.”
His visit coincided with the South Korean Constitutional Court’s decision to uphold the impeachment of former President Yoon Suk Yeol, resulting in his removal from office. Pyongyang did not issue a statement regarding Yoon’s removal.
In response to these developments, Acting South Korean President Han Duck-soo called for a “watertight readiness” posture against possible provocations allegedly by North Korea following Yoon’s impeachment.