North Korea has recently released the first detailed images of its new warship under construction, signaling a major step in its naval development. The vessel, expected to be the largest in the country’s Navy, features a missile launcher system and could redefine Pyongyang’s maritime capabilities. 

Korean Central Television aired four photographs on December 29, showing Kim Jong Un inspecting the ship during at least two visits in 2024. The release was part of the regime’s end-of-year coverage. 

While the photos lack specific dates, one image reveals an earlier stage of construction where the facility was camouflaged with netting.