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November 05, 2024
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North Korean military responds to South Korean ballistic missile test

KPA claims ROK missile test justifies self-defense measures, says its missiles not for use on peninsula

North Korea’s military has reacted strongly to a South Korean ballistic missile test this week in a statement carried by the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) on Thursday.

The statement, issued by the Strategic Force of the Korean People’s Army (KPA) says that Wednesday’s launch justifies the North’s efforts to develop its means of self-defense and deterrence.

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