An undated picture provided on 09 March 2016 shows North Korean leader Kim Jong-un (C), talking with scientists and technicians involved in research of nuclear weapons, at an undisclosed location, North Korea. Korean Central News Agency
National Post/New York Times: What one photo reveals about North Korea’s nuclear program — more than Kim Jong Un intended
Some images might look silly, but they can be rich with insights into the country’s military and politics. By using high-tech forensics and traditional detective work, analysts and intelligence agencies can use photos to track North Korea’s internal politics and expanding weapons programs with stunning granularity.
Several experts walked us through a photo of Kim Jong Un, North Korea’s leader, unveiling what he claimed was a new nuclear device. But the image, from March 2016, may show more than Kim intended: the possible range of the missile behind him, his relationship with the military, even his precise location.
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WNU Editor: An excellent analysis. One more reason why I should pay closer attention to the photos that are posted.
Seems more like they've been pushing for a pre-emptive strike on North Korean soil so they finally have an excuse to use it along with the support of China. The US may do something that stupid one day.
ReplyDeleteA pre-emptive strike would destroy it first
DeleteForget taking out the missile. that is a back up.
ReplyDeleteTake out the leadership.