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After Russia's chief of nuclear, biological, and chemical protection troops, Lieutenant General Igor Kirilov, was killed in an electric scooter blast in Moscow, investigators have said that Russia has detained suspects related to the killing. A source in Ukraine's security service claimed that the killing of the top commander, Deputy Chairman of the Russian Security Council, and former Russian president Dmitry Medvedev, has stated that Ukraine must face imminent revenge for the killing. Watch in for more details!

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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un dismissed the top general of the military and directed officials to make more preparations&nbsp;in the wake of the increasing possibility of war, by expanding military drills and increasing weapons production, reported state media KCNA on Thursday (August 10).&nbsp;

The comments were made by Kim at one of the meetings of the Central Military Commission in which they discussed plans for countermeasures to deter the enemies of North Korea, which were not named, said the report.&nbsp;

North Korea's top general, Chief of the General Staff Pak Su Il was "dismissed", reported KCNA. The official had been serving in the government as the military's top general for about seven months.

General Ri Yong Gil, who had earlier held the position of the country's defence minister and also the top commander of its conventional troops, replaced Pak.&nbsp;

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Ri was also previously appointed as the army chief of staff. In 2016 when he was replaced, Ri's sacking and his non-attendance at official events sparked rumours of his execution in South Korea. However, a few months later, he reappeared after his name was proposed for another senior post.

Kim also decided on a target for the expansion of weapons production capacity, said the report, without giving any further details. The leader visited weapons factories last week where he asked to increase the number of missile engines, artillery and other weapons to be built.

In the photos released by KCNA, Kim was seen pointing at Seoul and areas surrounding the capital of South Korea on a map.&nbsp;

<h2>North Korea to stage militia parade on September 9</h2>

North Korea has been accused by the United States of providing arms to Russia for its invasion of Ukraine, which includes artillery shells, rockets and missiles. The claims have been denied by Russia and North Korea.&nbsp;

The military was also asked by Kim Jong Un to conduct drills with the latest weapons and equipment of the country to keep its forces ready for combat, stated the report.&nbsp;

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North Korea will be staging a militia parade on September 9, which will mark the 75th anniversary of the Day of the Foundation of the Republic. The country has numerous paramilitary groups which it uses to bolster its military forces.

The United States and South Korea will be conducting military drills between August 21 and August 24, which is seen as a threat to security by North Korea.&nbsp;

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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un dismissed the top general of the military and directed officials to make more preparations in the wake of the increasing possibility of war, by expanding military drills and increasing weapons production, reported state media KCNA on Thursday (August 10).

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un dismissed the top general of the military and directed officials to make more preparations in the wake of the increasing possibility of war, by expanding military drills and increasing weapons production, reported state media KCNA on Thursday (August 10). The comments were made by Kim at one of the meetings of the Central Military Commission in which they discussed plans for countermeasures to deter the enemies of North Korea, which were not named, said the report. North Korea's top general, Chief of the General Staff Pak Su Il was "dismissed", reported KCNA. The official had been serving in the government as the military's top general for about seven months. General Ri Yong Gil, who had earlier held the position of the country's defence minister and also the top commander of its conventional troops, replaced Pak. ALSO READ | North Korea defends its nuclear weapons, slams US Ri was also previously appointed as the army chief of staff. In 2016 when he was replaced, Ri's sacking and his non-attendance at official events sparked rumours of his execution in South Korea. However, a few months later, he reappeared after his name was proposed for another senior post. Kim also decided on a target for the expansion of weapons production capacity, said the report, without giving any further details. The leader visited weapons factories last week where he asked to increase the number of missile engines, artillery and other weapons to be built. In the photos released by KCNA, Kim was seen pointing at Seoul and areas surrounding the capital of South Korea on a map. North Korea to stage militia parade on September 9 North Korea has been accused by the United States of providing arms to Russia for its invasion of Ukraine, which includes artillery shells, rockets and missiles. The claims have been denied by Russia and North Korea. The military was also asked by Kim Jong Un to conduct drills with the latest weapons and equipment of the country to keep its forces ready for combat, stated the report. WATCH | Kim Jong-un inspects arms units in North Korea North Korea will be staging a militia parade on September 9, which will mark the 75th anniversary of the Day of the Foundation of the Republic. The country has numerous paramilitary groups which it uses to bolster its military forces. The United States and South Korea will be conducting military drills between August 21 and August 24, which is seen as a threat to security by North Korea. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

North Korea's Kim asks army to prepare for possible war, dismisses top general

Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.&nbsp;

A Ukrainian sniper has reportedly killed one of the Russia's top generals recently, said media reports. &nbsp;&nbsp;

In an intense battle between Russian and Ukrainian forces, Maj Gen Andrey Sukhovetsky, deputy commander, 41st Combined Arms Army of Russia's Central Military District, was reportedly killed, as per a Daily Mail report. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Sukhovetsky was killed "by a sniper," the report said citing a military source. The funeral seems to have been planned for Saturday. &nbsp;

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Although Russia's military has not confirmed the death, Sergei Chipilyov of the Union Airborne Forces Union of Russian Paratroopers has reacted to the development on social media. &nbsp;

"With great pain, we received the tragic news about the death of our friend, Major-General Andrey Aleksandrovich Sukhovetsky, in Ukraine during a special operation. We express our deepest condolences to his family," the post said, as per Newsweek. &nbsp;&nbsp;

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Russia's Ministry of Defense has said that 498 troops have died and 1,600 have got injured in the week-long conflict. But the Ukrainian officials claim that nearly 9,000 Russian troops have been killed. &nbsp;

Sukhovestky was a decorated veteran. In his career, he participated twice in the Victory Parade in Moscow's Red Square and received two Orders of Courage, the Order of Military Merit, and the Medal of Courage. He had also received a commendation for his role in the annexation of Crimea. &nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.

Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. A Ukrainian sniper has reportedly killed one of the Russia's top generals recently, said media reports. In an intense battle between Russian and Ukrainian forces, Maj Gen Andrey Sukhovetsky, deputy commander, 41st Combined Arms Army of Russia's Central Military District, was reportedly killed, as per a Daily Mail report. Sukhovetsky was killed "by a sniper," the report said citing a military source. The funeral seems to have been planned for Saturday. Also Read: 'Russian shelling sets largest nuclear power plant in Europe on fire' Although Russia's military has not confirmed the death, Sergei Chipilyov of the Union Airborne Forces Union of Russian Paratroopers has reacted to the development on social media. "With great pain, we received the tragic news about the death of our friend, Major-General Andrey Aleksandrovich Sukhovetsky, in Ukraine during a special operation. We express our deepest condolences to his family," the post said, as per Newsweek. Also Read | 'Constructive conversation': Quad leaders discuss Ukraine situation Russia's Ministry of Defense has said that 498 troops have died and 1,600 have got injured in the week-long conflict. But the Ukrainian officials claim that nearly 9,000 Russian troops have been killed. Sukhovestky was a decorated veteran. In his career, he participated twice in the Victory Parade in Moscow's Red Square and received two Orders of Courage, the Order of Military Merit, and the Medal of Courage. He had also received a commendation for his role in the annexation of Crimea. (With inputs from agencies)

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