North Korean leader Kim Jong-un gets emotional during speech

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un became emotional during a speech at a military parade over the weekend.

He wiped away tears as he spoke of the country's struggles.

While the military display featured newly developed massive missiles, Kim Jong-un thanked his troops for their efforts against the pandemic and recent natural disasters.

Observers have suggested that he may be trying to show humility even as the country faces a mounting economic crisis.