North Korea has confirmed the successful test of an intermediate-range hypersonic ballistic missile, claiming it as a step toward enhancing national security. The missile test was supervised by North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Gen. Jang Chang Ha, the head of the Missile Administration, as reported by the state-run Korean Central News Agency (KCNA).
KCNA emphasized that the missile launch demonstrated North Korea’s growing capability to develop advanced weaponry, particularly hypersonic missiles, as a response to perceived threats from hostile forces. The missile is said to be capable of effectively countering rivals in the Pacific region, marking a significant milestone for the country’s military technology.
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The test, which was launched from a suburb of Pyongyang, adds to the growing tension in the region, especially as it coincides with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s visit to South Korea. Blinken condemned the missile launch during his trip, which also coincided with South Korea’s political turmoil, following a brief period of martial law that disrupted government activities.
The test is seen as a clear signal of North Korea’s ongoing military developments amid the complex geopolitical landscape in the region.
