North Korea expands its nuclear arsenal after witnessing Iran’s vulnerability

Apr 1, 2026 - 18:00
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North Korea expands its nuclear arsenal after witnessing Iran’s vulnerability
A man stands on a balcony while a large cloud of smoke billows below.

Ever since becoming leader in 2011, North Korean Leader Kim Jong-un has made his nuclear weapons program a national goal — almost a doctrine — arguing it is the only way for smaller powers to keep from being "mercilessly violated" by superpowers.