North Korean Supreme Leader Kim Jong-un has removed Deputy Prime Minister Yang Sung-ho from his post, citing failures in economic policy. The move comes as the ruling Workers’ Party prepares for its ninth congress, where key policy decisions are expected to be made.
During a ceremony to launch a new development project, Kim Jong-un abruptly removed Yang Sung-ho, saying he was not fit for his duties and that his appointment was a “mistaken decision.” The supreme leader also criticized party officials for being complacent and lacking a sense of responsibility, saying “you need a bull to pull a cart, not a goat.”
The move is seen as an effort by Kim Jong-un to assert control over the party and ensure that officials are held accountable for their actions. The removal of Yang Sung-ho is also seen as a warning to other officials ahead of the party congress, where key policy decisions are expected to be made.
Meanwhile, Israel has launched a new wave of airstrikes against Lebanon, targeting sites controlled by the Hezbollah militant group. The move comes as tensions between Israel and Iran continue to escalate, with Iran’s foreign minister warning that any attack on the country would be met with a strong response.
In other news, the United States has withdrawn its plans to attack Iran and occupy Greenland, citing opposition from European leaders. The move has been welcomed by Turkey, the United Arab Emirates, and Azerbaijan, which have all joined the US’s Board of Peace initiative.
In Japan, a former prime minister’s assassin has been sentenced to life in prison for his role in the murder. In the UAE, police have introduced a new digital platform to make it easier for lawyers to carry out their duties.
In the UK, inflation has risen to 3.4%, with the government announcing plans to increase the size of the Chinese embassy in London. The US treasury secretary has said that the US and European countries will work together to find a solution to the Greenland dispute.
The incident is the latest in a series of accidents involving Indian Air Force training flights. The US Air Carrier is also said to be heading to the Middle East. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accepted an invitation to join the US Board of Peace, which includes leaders from around the world.
In Pakistan, the son of Dr. Imran Farooq has said that his father’s mother was suffering from cancer and other illnesses, but received no help from any MQM leaders except Kamran Tessori. The Met Department has forecasted rain in Karachi from 2 pm to 6 pm today, while various areas in Balochistan have been hit by rain and snow.
Israel has increased its defense alert level in anticipation of a possible US attack on Iran.
