Kim of North Korea accepts defeat, promises to persist in constructing spy satellites.

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has reiterated his commitment to building military reconnaissance satellites despite a recent failed attempt at orbit. In a statement released by state-run media, Kim emphasized the importance of possessing spy satellites for strengthening self-defense deterrence and protecting national sovereignty from potential threats, particularly from the United States.

During a visit to the Academy of Defense Sciences to commemorate its 60th anniversary, Kim acknowledged the failure of the recent satellite launch, attributing it to an abnormality in the rocket’s first-stage engine. Despite this setback, Kim described the development of spy satellites as an “essential task” for North Korea.

Kim’s comments underscore the regime’s determination to advance its military capabilities, especially in the face of US military actions and provocative acts. The failed satellite launch is seen as a setback, but North Korea remains steadfast in its pursuit of developing and deploying reconnaissance satellites for national security.