North Korea Test-Fires Long-Range Cruise Missiles
North Korea said it test-fired two long-range strategic cruise missiles as part of a military drill aimed at strengthening its combat readiness. State media reported that leader Kim Jong Un oversaw the launch, which involved missiles flying over waters off the west coast of the Korean Peninsula before hitting designated targets.
Focus On Operational Readiness And Deterrence
According to North Korea, the test was carried out to verify the reliability and precision of its strategic cruise missile forces. Kim Jong Un reportedly expressed satisfaction with the outcome and stressed the importance of maintaining constant preparedness. He said the country would continue to enhance its defensive and deterrent capabilities in response to what Pyongyang describes as external security threats.
Regional Monitoring By South Korea
South Korea’s military confirmed that it detected the missile launches and closely tracked their trajectory. Officials said the tests did not pose an immediate threat to South Korean territory but added that surveillance and defence readiness would remain high. The South Korean Joint Chiefs of Staff said coordination with allied forces would continue in light of ongoing developments.
Part Of A Broader Military Pattern
The latest test comes amid a series of missile launches and weapons demonstrations by North Korea in recent years. Analysts say such exercises are intended to showcase technical progress and reinforce Pyongyang’s strategic messaging amid regional tensions.
