North Korea commissions repaired destroyer after May capsizing incident
Kim Jong Un announced the commissioning of the Kang Kon destroyer on September 7, 2026, after the vessel capsized during its launch in May 2025. The 5,000-ton ship, described as nuclear-capable, joins the Choe Hyon-class fleet. Pyongyang claims the repair was achieved through national will, while new naval bases and a nuclear-powered submarine are under development.