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North Korea has been actively working on nuclear facility construction. At the Yongbyon Nuclear Scientific Research Center, satellite images indicate activity at both uranium enrichment facilities and reactors. New construction materials and equipment were noted, possibly for enhancing uranium production, while the thermal plants underwent upgrades in preparation for potential reprocessing operations. Additionally, at the Punggye-ri nuclear test site, the expansion work around Tunnel No. 4 suggests a possible increase in North Korea’s nuclear test readiness, although it remains unclear if this is part of a strategic maneuver or preparation for future tests.

These developments point toward North Korea's continued commitment to advancing its nuclear capabilities, likely with an eye on signaling power or readiness for negotiations with the international community

Korea Joongang Daily

Beyond parallel

For now I don't think so the recent attempt was in Congo and it failed miserably and the culprits involved were arrested