May 23, Kathmandu-North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has expressed fury over the failed launch of the country's second 5,000-ton Choe Hyon-class destroyer. The incident occurred at the Chongjin shipyard, where the vessel toppled over during a sideways launch, resulting in significant damage. State media downplayed the severity, suggesting only minor scratches and water ingress with a projected 10-day repair period. However, external analysts estimate that extensive damage, including to the engine room, may require over a year to fix.Kim Jong Un condemned the mishap as a "criminal act" and has vowed to arrest those responsible. The shipyard's manager and other officials are reportedly under investigation . This failure is particularly embarrassing for Kim, following the successful launch of a similar warship just a month earlier, which was seen as a milestone in modernizing North Korea’s naval forces .The Choe Hyon-class destroyers are part of North Korea's efforts to enhance its maritime capabilities. These vessels are equipped with vertical launch systems for guided missiles, phased array radars, and various advanced weaponry . The failed launch is a setback in Kim's strategic aim to bolster North Korea's deterrence and offensive capabilities at sea .