North Korea has successfully tested a new medium-range hypersonic ballistic missile, reportedly reaching speeds 12 times the speed of sound and a range of 1,500 kilometers. Leader Kim Jong Un, who observed the test, declared it a significant advancement in strategic deterrence.
Kim stated, “This missile proves we can bypass all defense systems and deliver a serious military blow to the enemy,” emphasizing the missile’s role in bolstering nuclear deterrence. The development is part of North Korea’s National Defense Development Plan, aimed at enhancing military capabilities against perceived security threats.