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North Korea investigates failed warship launch that infuriated Kim Jong-un | South China Morning Post

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North Korea’s newest naval destroyer, a 5,000-tonne warship launched in the city of Chongjin, suffered a catastrophic accident that left it lying sideways in the water, according to South Korean officials. The accident happened at a launch ceremony with leader Kim Jong-un in attendance. Kim, reportedly furious about…

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