North Korea’s leader, Kim Jong Un, recently inspected a tank unit that had participated in the Korean War. The visit comes amidst strained inter-Korean relations and heightened tensions caused by North Korea’s prohibited weapons tests. Kim expressed satisfaction with the preparedness of the tank crews and emphasized the importance of ideological education to enhance soldiers’ commitment and combat capabilities. He also addressed food shortages and urged supervisors to improve the quality and regularity of supplies. South Korea, a key ally of the United States, has been declared the North’s principal enemy, further escalating tensions in the region.