North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has criticized the joint military exercises conducted by South Korea and the United States, describing them as a provocation and expressing disapproval during an inspection of his most powerful warship. His sister, Kim Yo Jong, accused South Korea of exhibiting a 'dual personality' in its approach to these drills. In response to the exercises, which are part of the ongoing Ulchi Freedom Shield drills, North Korea has accelerated its military activities, including the test-firing of two new air defense missiles. These missile tests, overseen by Kim Jong Un, demonstrated improved capabilities and rapid response to aerial threats. The timing of the missile launches coincided with a summit between Japan and South Korea, suggesting a strategic signal amid rising regional tensions. The tests were reported by North Korea's state media and confirmed by multiple international news sources, highlighting Pyongyang's intent to strengthen its defense posture in the face of the US-South Korea military collaboration.