Kim Jong Un Orders Major Expansion of Missile, Shell Factories

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has called for a "drastic" increase in the country's production of missiles and artillery shells. He issued the order during inspections of major munitions factories this week. State media showed Kim touring production lines. He described the expansion of missile and shell manufacturing capacity as an "urgent requirement" for the country's military. The move signals a focus on boosting North Korea's existing weapons stockpiles. It comes amid continued weapons testing and heightened tensions in the region. No specific timeline or production targets were disclosed. The inspections were framed as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen national defense.