Decoding nuclear North Korea

Synopsis

Kim Jong-un's leadership of North Korea is marked by a relentless pursuit of nuclear capabilities, driven by perceived threats from the United States. Educated in Switzerland, Kim has accelerated missile tests and taken violent measures to consolidate power, including the assassination of his half-brother, Kim Jong-nam, with VX nerve agent at Kuala Lumpur International Airport. North Korea's nuclear ambitions, which have resulted in significant financial and human costs, aim to establish a deterrent capable of striking the mainland United States.