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North Korea Tests Strategic Cruise Missiles Supervised by Kim Jong Un, Covering 1,500 km

Jan 25, 2025, 09:28 PM

North Korea conducted a test of sea-to-surface strategic cruise guided missiles on January 25, 2025, as reported by state media KCNA. The missiles traveled elliptical and eight-shaped flight paths for a duration of 7,507 to 7,511 seconds, covering a distance of 1,500 kilometers before hitting their targets. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un personally supervised the test, which was described as part of efforts to enhance the country's war deterrence capabilities. Kim emphasized the importance of improving military power to ensure lasting peace and stability. The launch reportedly did not impact the security of neighboring countries. Kim also stated that 'as long as the US refuses our sovereignty, we will respond with extreme hardline measures.' The country's official name, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), was referenced in the announcement.