Reports: North Korea continues with military expansion, Kim Jung Un demolishes own buildings for military installations

Amid escalating tension between North Korea, South Korea and the US, Pyongyang continues with the expansion spree of its military installations. The leader of the communist-ruled state, Kim Jong Un has gone to the extent of demolishing several buildings in his Winter Palace estate so that new military establishments could be set up there.

Demolishes buildings in Ryokpo Palace

An unknown X user called 'NobodyGerman' wrote in a post on the social media platform, "Clearance of the Ryokpo Palace Residence? The latest satellite images show that Kim Jong Un's Ryokpo Palace Residence is being removed or remodeled. The Removal began around 29th April." He also posted many photographs, claiming these are satellite images.

When were buildings demolished?

North Korea-centric news outlet 'NK Pro' has reported that the main residential buildings and auxiliary structures were most likely demolished between April 21 and April 25, 2924. Quoting an unnamed expert it also said the demolition could indicate Kim's plans to use the land for constructing military facilities.

Modernization of military

The 'New York Post' has reported that the North Korean ruler has been ramping up efforts to modernize the military of the self-isolated country. Military experts believe the demolition of the opulent palace could indicate the dictator wants to give military leaders greater control or consolidate military facilities.

Weapon tests

Earlier last month, Kim Jong Un ordered many weapons tests, including salvo launches of “super-large” multiple rocket launchers and several short-range ballistic missiles. State-controlled media has reported that the drills signal the first test of North Korea’s nuclear weapons management and control system as it develops increasingly advanced ballistic missiles.

FAQs:

Why did Kim Jong Un order to demolition of his buildings recently?
If media reports are to be believed, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un ordered to demolition of several buildings in his Winter Palace estate so that new military establishments could be set up there.

When were the buildings in the estate of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un demolished?
North Korea-centric news outlet 'NK Pro' has reported that the main residential buildings and auxiliary structures were most likely demolished between April 21 and April 25, 2924.