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David James

‘Absolute carelessness’: Kim Jong-un humiliated and furious after warship crash farce

Some unfortunate North Korean naval officer is about to have a really bad week. Yesterday was supposed to be a golden day for Kim Jong-un, who was all set to preside over a gala ceremony to welcome a shiny new 5,000-tonne destroyer to North Korea’s naval fleet.

Kim and top military officials gathered in the eastern port city of Chongjin yesterday to celebrate the launch of the new ship, doubtless beaming with pride at the accomplishments of his nation’s sailors and engineers.

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