South Korea paraded its most powerful missiles and weapons systems through the streets of central Seoul on Tuesday afternoon, an event aimed at inspiring citizens’ confidence in ROK military capabilities amid escalating North Korean threats.

The “city march” through Gwanghwamun Square marked the second straight year that the ROK government showcased its defense capabilities in the heart of the capital, featuring some 3,000 troops and 80 pieces of military hardware.

In a speech after the parade, Yoon expressed his “infinite trust in the armed forces and pledged to fully support them together with the public.”

“The people must have reassured