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North Korea's second naval destroyer suffered damage during a failed launch, state media reported. The incident, acknowledged despite the regime's usual secrecy, occurred during a ceremony attended by Kim Jong Un, who blamed officials for the setback. The 5,000-ton destroyer, similar to the country's first, is designed for advanced weaponry. While the damage is significant, experts believe the disclosure reflects Kim's commitment to naval modernization. The incident followed recent satellite imagery showing the destroyer's construction and North Korea later launched multiple cruise missiles.

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