Tensions are heating up in East Asia! 🔥
The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) has fired strategic cruise missiles from an underwater platform, according to state media outlet KCNA on Sunday. The test, overseen by leader Kim Jong Un himself, is being called a test-fire of an \"important weapon system.\"
The missiles traveled an impressive 1,500 kilometers, flying for over two hours before hitting their targets. Talk about a long journey! 🛫🎯
But that's not all. In a bold statement, the DPRK's Foreign Ministry vowed the \"toughest counteraction\" against the United States as long as Washington \"refuses\" to recognize Pyongyang's sovereignty. The DPRK is pointing fingers at the military alliance and joint drills between South Korea and the U.S., blaming them for escalating tensions in the region.
This comes after former U.S. President Donald Trump mentioned in an interview last week that he might reach out to Kim Jong Un again, reminiscing about their previous working relationship. 👥
Kim Jong Un stated that the DPRK's defense capabilities are being \"perfected more thoroughly,\" and emphasized efforts to strengthen their military power to defend \"sustainable and lasting peace and stability.\"
The recent missile test is part of the DPRK's plans to enhance national defense capabilities in response to \"changing regional safety circumstances.\" Earlier this month, they also tested a new intermediate-range hypersonic ballistic missile. 🚀
The situation is definitely worth keeping an eye on! 👀 Stay tuned for more updates.
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DPRK fires strategic cruise missiles, vows tough stance on U.S.
cgtn.com
