North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has announced plans to equip the country’s navy with nuclear weapons, according to state news agency KCNA. The announcement signals a potential escalation in North Korea’s military capabilities and a broadening of its nuclear posture. KCNA reported Kim Jong-un’s statement without providing further details on the implementation or specific types of weapons involved. This move comes amid heightened tensions in the region and ongoing international efforts to curb North Korea’s nuclear program. Experts suggest this could be a response to joint military exercises conducted by the United States and South Korea. The development raises concerns about increased regional instability and the potential for miscalculation.