North Korea has relaunched a 5,000-tonne destroyer two weeks after it tipped over during an earlier launch attempt. The warship has been stabilized and is now moored, with full restoration expected before a key ruling party meeting this month, according to BBC.

Leader Kim Jong Un, who witnessed the incident, condemned the failure as a "criminal act" that "severely damaged the country's dignity and pride." He blamed the mishap on "absolute carelessness, irresponsibility, and unscientific empiricism."

At least four officials were arrested, including Ri Hyong-son from the ruling party's Munitions Industry Department. Analysts believe Kim's severe response demonstrates North Korea's determination to upgrade its navy, BBC reported.