New destroyer joins North Korea's expanding nuclear force

Kim Jong-un commissioned the Kang Kon, a 5000-tonne destroyer, as part of North Korea's expanding nuclear force.

Why it mattersNorth Korea is building nuclear-capable naval forces in a region already tense over the country's weapons programs and nuclear threats.

AustraliaEscalating North Korean nuclear capabilities affect regional stability, with potential implications for Australian military presence and regional security.

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UN nuclear watchdog reports Iran to Security Council for first time in 20 years

The UN's 35-country nuclear board referred Iran to the Security Council for breaching non-proliferation obligations.

Why it mattersThe referral shows international concern about Iran's nuclear activities. But Russia and China have veto power on the Security Council. This means no sanctions or enforcement action is likely to follow.