North Korea says it conducted an intermediate-range strategic missile drill.
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3 Oct, 00:52ZNorth Korea fired a ballistic missile toward its east coast, according to South Korea's defense ministry.
First reportAl Jazeera · 2 Oct, 23:55Z
Latest reportThe Independent · 4 Oct, 10:45Z
Span35 hours · 5.8h between reports on average
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Why it matters
What
North Korea says it conducted a drill involving an intermediate-range strategic missile.
Why
The drill is significant because North Korea described the missile as both intermediate-range and strategic.
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Further details from North Korea and responses from other governments may follow.
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How it unfolded — every article
Summary
- North Korea launched a ballistic missile from Wonsan toward the East Sea.
- The missile traveled more than 700km (434 miles), according to South Korea.
- South Korea and Japan are analyzing the test for details and monitoring further activity.
- Pyongyang dismissed Seoul’s demand for an apology over mines that wounded three soldiers.
- South Korea’s presidential office convened an emergency meeting to assess the situation.
Summary
- North Korea fired an intermediate-range ballistic missile with claimed manoeuvrable flight.
- Kim Yo-jong said the missile was supervised by Kim Jong-un and was strategic.
- Missile reportedly changed trajectory at low altitude and allegedly had AI capabilities.
- Launch occurred near Wonsan; South Korea and Japan reported flight distances around 680-700 km.
- The test followed border mine blasts and increased cross-border tensions between the Koreas.
Summary
- KCNA said Kim Jong Un supervised a hypersonic missile drill on Saturday.
- The missile reportedly struck a target about 1,000km away off North Korea's east coast.
- The drill aimed to train missile troops and test deterrent effectiveness, KCNA said.
- Kim urged continued development of a reliable nuclear deterrent for national security.
- The report included detailed launch data and remarks from Kim Yo Jong.