North Korea presents the West's next "headache" | Watch
North Korea announced a successful test of a new weapons system of "supreme importance." Kim Jong Un stated that the development will strengthen the country's war readiness and cause an "incurable headache" for its enemies. South Korea identified the launch of two short-range missiles. The test was conducted in the presence of Kim's teenage daughter, considered a potential successor.
North Korea announced a successful test of a new weapons system of "supreme importance," likely a hypersonic missile. Leader Kim Jong Un stated that the development will strengthen the country's war readiness and cause an "incurable headache" for its enemies. Kim observed the tests alongside his teenage daughter, a move seen as a sign of her promotion as a potential successor. South Korea identified the launch of two short-range missiles from the Wonsan area, which flew about 280 and 370 miles toward the sea. Japan's military reported they landed outside Japan's exclusive economic zone. The launches continue a series of military shows of force, including live-fire exercises and the launch of a new warship. Kim continues to showcase his nuclear program despite U.S. calls for renewed diplomacy. The launches come after U.S. President Donald Trump scaled back a joint military exercise with South Korea in an attempt to revive diplomacy. Kim's sister, Kim Yo Jong, rejected the offer. Experts assess that Kim, emboldened by his nuclear arsenal and ties with Russia and China, sees himself at an advantage in diplomacy with Trump.