1. North Korea held a military parade to celebrate the 80th anniversary of its ruling Workers' Party on October 11, 2025.
2. Kim Jong Un was present and announced the unveiling of a new intercontinental ballistic missile called Hwasong-20, which North Korea claims is their most powerful nuclear strategic weapon system.
3. In his speech, Kim justified the dispatch of North Korean troops to Russia amidst its invasion of Ukraine, citing the need to uphold international justice and peace. He also reaffirmed North Korea's commitment to opposing injustice and hegemony. The event was attended by Chinese Premier Li Qiang and former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev. The U.S. and South Korean militaries are currently analyzing the weapons displayed during the parade.