North Korea Successfully Tests Submarine-Launched Strategic Cruise Missiles
On Wednesday, North Korea successfully conducted tests of two types of strategic cruise missiles capable of being launched from submarines. According to the state media KCNA, the tests took place in the distant seas off North Korea’s eastern coast, with senior military officials present during the operation. North Korea claimed that the tests did not have any negative impact on the security of neighboring countries.
The stated objective of the tests was to assess the effectiveness of its naval capabilities and the reliability of its deterrent weapons. However, North Korea has not disclosed any additional details regarding the specifications of the missiles or the launch procedures. In recent days, the country has accelerated efforts to develop modern missile submarines along with ballistic and cruise missile technologies.
Leader Kim Jong Un has been directly overseeing various strategic ballistic and cruise missile development programs. These submarine-launched missiles are reported to enhance North Korea’s maritime military capabilities and strengthen its defensive capacity against potential attacks.