The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) has once again made headlines, launching its latest intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM), the Hwasongpho-19, on Thursday. 🚀🔥
According to the official Korean Central News Agency (KCNA), the missile soared over a distance of 1,001.2 kilometers, remaining airborne for an impressive 5,156 seconds before gently touching down in a predetermined area of open waters off the country's east coast. 🌊 The DPRK emphasized that the test posed no threat to neighboring countries. 🌐
This launch not only updates the DPRK's strategic missile capabilities but also showcases the modernity and reliability of its powerful strategic deterrent. The latest ICBM is set to function as \"the primary core means\" in defending the nation, as highlighted by KCNA. 🛡️
Kim Jong Un, general secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea and president of the State Affairs of the DPRK, personally supervised the event. He described the test-fire as \"an appropriate military action\" in response to the escalating security situation on the Korean Peninsula. 🌍 He also noted that this move is part of \"an indispensable process\" in the continual development of the DPRK's strategic attack capabilities.
Addressing the \"security situation and ever-aggravating prospective threats and challenges,\" Kim Jong Un stressed the necessity of bolstering modern strategic attack capabilities and perfecting the response posture of the nation's nuclear force. He reaffirmed that \"the DPRK would never change its line of bolstering up its nuclear forces,\" signaling a steadfast commitment to strengthening national defense. 💪
As tensions rise and global eyes watch closely, the DPRK's latest test underscores the evolving dynamics on the Korean Peninsula. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story. 📰
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
