North Korea commissions 2nd naval destroyer as US, South Korea, Japan begin military drill

North Korea commissioned its second naval destroyer, the Kang Kon, on Sunday. Leader Kim Jong Un urged building a more reliable nuclear deterrent for maritime defense. This development occurs as the US, South Korea, and Japan begin joint military exercises. North Korea views these drills as a significant security threat and has increased pressure. The nation seeks greater concessions from the United States after previous talks collapsed.