On April 6, 2025, Maxar Technologies captured satellite images of a large frigate under construction in North Korea, measuring 459 feet. This guided-missile frigate aims to bolster North Koreaâs naval strength, enabling missile launch capabilities against land and sea targets. Despite its size being the largest in the North Korean fleet, it remains significantly smaller compared to warships of other nations. The development reflects North Korea's ambition to enhance its military presence on a global scale amidst a worldwide context of naval advancements.
Satellite images reveal North Korea constructing its largest warship, a 459-foot guided-missile frigate aimed at enhancing naval capabilities and asserting global presence.
Despite being the largest warship in North Korean history, experts note that it still pales in size compared to warships from other nations, some being nearly triple its length.
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