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Kim Jong-un revealed that North Korea is developing a 'secret underwater weapon' during his inspection of the destroyer Kang Kon.

World news highlights for June 4th

A summary of world news on June 4th, updating notable international events on North Korea, the Middle East, the United Nations, the Russia-Ukraine conflict, and President Donald Trump.

North Korean leader inspects new nuclear materials production facility.

Kim Jong-un called for strengthening North Korea's nuclear forces at an "exponential" rate while inspecting a newly operational nuclear materials production facility.

Kim Jong-un re-elected as Chairman of North Korea.

The North Korean state news agency KCNA reported that North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has been reappointed as President of the country.

Kim Jong-un and his daughter test North Korea's new generation sniper rifle.

Kim Jong-un and his daughter Kim Ju-ae presented new sniper rifles to senior leaders, and then directly participated in live firing exercises at the training ground.

Kim Jong-un announced increased production of nuclear weapons.

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un declared that expanding his nuclear arsenal was a priority, while leaving open the possibility of dialogue with the US but remaining tough on South Korea.

Kim Jong-un's sister gets promoted.

KCNA reported that the powerful younger sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has been promoted within the structure of the new Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea.

Congratulatory message to General Secretary and Chairman of State of North Korea Kim Jong-un

General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam, To Lam, sent a congratulatory message to General Secretary and Chairman of State of North Korea, Kim Jong-un.

Kim Jong-un was re-elected as General Secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea.

The Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) reported that leader Kim Jong-un was re-elected as General Secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea.

Opening of the 9th Congress of the Workers' Party of Korea

The 9th Congress of the Workers' Party of Korea officially opened in Pyongyang with the attendance of approximately 5.000 delegates.

Images show Kim Jong-un visiting the North Korean Ministry of Defense.

To commemorate the 78th anniversary of the founding of the Korean People's Army, leader Kim Jong-un visited the Ministry of Defense to congratulate and encourage the soldiers.

North Korea claims to have successfully tested a large-caliber multiple rocket launcher.

Kim Jong-un oversaw the testing of an upgraded large-caliber multiple rocket launcher system (MRLS) to assess the combat effectiveness of this weapon.

North Korea launches ballistic missile into the East Sea.

North Korea launched a ballistic missile toward the sea off its east coast; the missile is believed to have fallen into the sea.

Trump will not meet with Kim Jong-un during his Asia trip.

Trump said he would not meet with the North Korean leader during his Asian tour, even though he had previously expressed willingness to hold a summit between the two sides.

President Trump is ready to meet Kim Jong-un.

During his trip to Asia, US President Donald Trump declared his willingness to meet with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, although no specific schedule has been set.

North Korea successfully test-fired two hypersonic missiles.

North Korea announced the successful test launch of two new hypersonic missiles, asserting a step forward in enhancing its nuclear deterrence capabilities.

North Korea launches ballistic missile ahead of APEC

On October 22, North Korea launched a ballistic missile into the sea off its east coast, just days before APEC was scheduled to take place in South Korea.

US officials are quietly preparing for a meeting between Donald Trump and Kim Jong-un.

According to CNN, Trump administration officials have privately discussed arranging a meeting between the US President and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un.

The Hwasong-20 missile – A leap forward in Pyongyang's nuclear deterrence capabilities.

The Hwasong-20 missile appeared in the parade commemorating the 80th anniversary of the founding of the Workers' Party of North Korea.

Special equipment at the parade commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Workers' Party of Korea.

A grand military parade was held in Kim Il-sung Square on October 10th to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the founding of the Workers' Party of Korea.

General Secretary: Vietnam will contribute to peace on the Korean Peninsula to the best of its ability.

"Vietnam is committed to always contributing to the best of its ability to peace and stability on the Korean Peninsula, in the region, and in the world," General Secretary To Lam affirmed.

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un holds talks with Lao President.

North Korean General Secretary and Chairman of the State Council Kim Jong-un held talks with Lao General Secretary and President Thongloun Sisoulith.

General Secretary Kim Jong-un presided over the welcoming ceremony for General Secretary To Lam's visit to North Korea.

Kim Jong-un, General Secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea and Chairman of the State Council of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, warmly welcomed General Secretary To Lam on his state visit to North Korea.

Overview of the welcoming ceremony for General Secretary To Lam's state visit to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea.

Kim Jong-un, General Secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea and Chairman of the State Council of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, presided over the welcoming ceremony for General Secretary To Lam on his state visit to North Korea.