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North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has ordered an accelerated nuclear weapons development program, citing joint military drills by the US and South Korea as a potential trigger for war. The drills, which simulate missile defense and nuclear strike scenarios, have been condemned by North Korea as provocative and offensive, increasing tensions on the Korean Peninsula. This directive aligns with North Korea's ongoing efforts to enhance its nuclear and missile capabilities, including solid-fuel and hypersonic weapons, despite international sanctions and diplomatic pressures. The situation underscores heightened regional security concerns and the risk of escalation stemming from military exercises perceived as threatening by Pyongyang. (Updated 19 Aug 2025, 19:42 IST; source: link)