North Korea rapidly expanding nuclear weapons capability, UN watchdog warns

"Rafael Grossi, the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency, confirmed reports of a rapid rise in activity at North Korea's main nuclear complex, Yongbyon, indicating serious advancements in nuclear capabilities."

"North Korea is thought to have assembled about 50 nuclear warheads, although some experts are sceptical of its claims regarding the miniaturization of these warheads for long-range ballistic missiles."

"Under Kim Jong-un, North Korea has accelerated its nuclear weapons programme in defiance of UN sanctions, aiming to reduce the likelihood of being targeted for regime change by the US."

"A US thinktank reported that satellite imagery indicated a new uranium enrichment facility at Yongbyon is nearing operational readiness, raising concerns about undisclosed nuclear activities."

North Korea is believed to have made serious advancements in nuclear weapons production, reportedly assembling about 50 nuclear warheads. The International Atomic Energy Agency's head, Rafael Grossi, confirmed increased activity at the Yongbyon nuclear complex, including its reactor and reprocessing unit. Experts suggest North Korea has developed intercontinental ballistic missiles capable of reaching the US. Additionally, a US thinktank reported that a new uranium enrichment facility at Yongbyon is nearing operational readiness, raising concerns about undisclosed nuclear activities.

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