North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has announced plans to equip the country’s navy with nuclear weapons, state media reported Wednesday. The announcement signals a further escalation of Pyongyang’s military ambitions. Kim Jong-un also stated intentions to build military vessels with a capacity of 10,000 tonnes. This move comes amid heightened tensions in the region and ongoing international concerns over North Korea’s nuclear program. The development raises fears of increased maritime instability and potential for further provocations. Experts suggest this is a response to joint military exercises conducted by the United States and South Korea. The announcement did not provide a timeline for the implementation of these plans.