The world is a scary place these days. Chaos can erupt at any moment.
And the Pentagon is on red alert after this foreign enemy launched missiles.
North Korea’s Kim Jong Un is continuing to build upon the country’s arsenal. Just this past weekend, on December 28, the regime launched two long-range strategic cruise missiles into the Yellow Sea, with Kim personally overseeing the operation.
These aren’t toys—these are nuclear-capable weapons designed to evade defenses and deliver a devastating punch.
State media boasted that the missiles soared for hours, proving Pyongyang’s readiness to strike back hard if provoked.
Kim didn’t mince words. He vowed to “devote all their efforts to the unlimited and sustained development of the state nuclear combat force.” That’s a clear message: North Korea is doubling down on its nukes, no apologies.
The official line from KCNA, the nation’s state media organization, is blunt:
“The launch drill served as a clear warning to the enemies who are seriously threatening the security environment of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea.”
South Korea’s military confirmed spotting multiple launches from near Pyongyang early Sunday morning.
This test comes hot on the heels of North Korea showcasing big advances in their nuclear-powered submarine program.
Just days ago, Kim inspected a massive 8,700-ton vessel under construction that can hold nuclear weapons.
Kim calls this sub a game-changer for modernizing his navy. No independent verification yet, but photos show serious progress—Pyongyang isn’t bluffing about going underwater with nukes.
Experts figure North Korea has cranked out several types of cruise missiles over the past year, with tests piling up.
On the nuclear side, assessments peg their warhead count at around 50 assembled, with material for 70-90 more. The regime’s secrecy keeps the real number hidden.
President Trump has kept the door open for talks, saying he’s ready to negotiate. But Kim’s stance is firm: only if America drops denuclearization demands entirely.
These missiles highlight why defenses struggle—low-altitude, maneuverable flights make interception a nightmare compared to more predictable ballistic missiles.
North Korea labors under crushing sanctions for its programs, but Kim swears he’ll beat them through sheer willpower and weapons buildup.
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