North Korea says Kim Jong Un led salvo tests of nuclear-capable rocket systems



News North Korea says Kim Jong Un led salvo tests of nuclear-capable rocket systems Monday's test was fifth military drill overseen by North Korean leader in last two weeks Colin Zwirko March 19, 2024 SHARE COPY LINK FACEBOOK X LINKEDIN MASTODON Kim Jong Un at Monday missile test \| Image: Rodong Sinmun (March 19, 2024) North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw salvo tests of a “super-large” multiple launch rocket system (MLRS) on Monday, according to state media, his fifth appearance at military drills in the last two weeks. The Rodong Sinmun on Tuesday said the test was aimed at demonstrating “unexpected” maneuvers to change firing positions between launches. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw salvo tests of a “super-large” multiple launch rocket system (MLRS) on Monday, according to state media, his fifth appearance at military drills in the last two weeks. The Rodong Sinmun on Tuesday said the test was aimed at demonstrating “unexpected” maneuvers to change firing positions between launches. Become a member for less than $5.75 per week. Unlimited access to all of NK News: reporting, investigations, analysis The NK News Daily Update, an email newsletter to keep you in the loop Searchable archive of all content, photo galleries, special columns Contact NK News reporters with tips or requests for reporting Get unlimited access to all NK News content, including original reporting, investigations, and analyses by our team of DPRK experts. Subscribe now All major cards accepted. No commitments – you can cancel any time. © Korea Risk Group. All rights reserved. No part of this content may be reproduced, distributed, or used for commercial purposes without prior written permission from Korea Risk Group. Get the Daily Update Start your day with the North Korea stories that matter most – as selected by And how should we address you in correspondence? One more step! Please check your inbox, for an email we just sent you, and click on the confirmation message in it to get subscribed to our Daily News Update. Trending

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North Korea says Kim Jong Un led salvo tests of nuclear-capable rocket systems

Monday's test was fifth military drill overseen by North Korean leader in last two weeks

Colin Zwirko March 19, 2024

North Korea says Kim Jong Un led salvo tests of nuclear-capable rocket systems

Kim Jong Un at Monday missile test | Image: Rodong Sinmun (March 19, 2024)

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw salvo tests of a “super-large” multiple launch rocket system (MLRS) on Monday, according to state media, his fifth appearance at military drills in the last two weeks.

The Rodong Sinmun on Tuesday said the test was aimed at demonstrating “unexpected” maneuvers to change firing positions between launches.

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