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North Korea Tests Intercontinental Ballistic Missile on Thursday to Boost Nuclear Deterrent

Oct 31, 2024, 07:00 AM

North Korea has tested an intercontinental ballistic missile on Thursday, which it claims to be the 'world's most powerful strategic weapon.' This marks Kim Jong Un's first weapons test since accusations arose that North Korea has been sending soldiers to Russia. South Korea's military confirmed the test, and Seoul has expressed concerns that Pyongyang could acquire missile technology from Russia in exchange for its assistance in the Ukraine conflict. North Korea stated that the test was to boost its nuclear deterrent.