Overview

• The Thursday evaluation approved the combat effectiveness of Kumsong-series tactical attack drones and validated strategic reconnaissance drone capabilities, according to KCNA.
• Kim reviewed tactical and strategic reconnaissance drones as well as multipurpose UAVs during the event.
• He directed that artificial intelligence and operational performance for unmanned weapons be treated as the top priority for military modernization.
• He called for rapid development of newly introduced AI technologies and an expansion of serial production capacity for unmanned systems.
• KCNA released images of apparent suicide attack drones striking mock targets, and Yonhap noted this was the first state-media reference to the Kumsong line.