Damaged North Korean Warship Moved Near Russian Border for Repairs, Raising Questions About Moscow’s Role

North Korea has moved a heavily damaged 5,000-ton warship to the northeastern port of Rajin, near the Russian border, following a failed launch attempt that left the vessel partially submerged and inoperable. Satellite imagery analyzed by defense experts confirms the ship’s relocation to Rajin, a strategic harbor often used for trade and covert operations. The move is fueling speculation about possible Russian assistance in its repair.

The warship, a new class of destroyer believed to be among the largest in North Korea’s navy, sustained serious damage. . .