Defense Minister: N. Korea Has an Estimated 80-120 Nuclear Weapons
[Politics] : North Korea’s nuclear weapons stockpile consists of an estimated 80 to 120 weapons, according to Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back, who declined to offer a specific figure when pressed by lawmakers Thursday. Ahn made the remarks before a parliamentary committee after U.S. President Donald Trump claimed North ... [more...]
North Korea's nuclear weapons stockpile is estimated to be between 80 to 120 weapons, according to Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back. He made these remarks during a parliamentary committee session, declining to provide a specific figure when pressed by lawmakers.
The estimate comes after US President Donald Trump claimed North Korea possesses "57 very powerful" nuclear weapons. Ahn noted that the estimates held by South Korea and the US regarding North Korea's nuclear stockpile appear to be slightly different.
Ahn's comments marked a rare instance of a government official revealing a specific number for North Korea's nuclear arsenal. He cited limitations in providing a precise figure, while also acknowledging the sensitive nature of the information.
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