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'A plan for self-defence': North Korea's Kim Jong Un says new hypersonic missile will deter rivals

IndiaTimes Tuesday, 7 January 2025
North Korea tested a new hypersonic missile system aimed at deterring Pacific rivals, said leader Kim Jong Un. The missile flew 1,500 km at 12 times the speed of sound. This coincided with US envoy Antony Blinken's visit to the region. The test highlights North Korea's military advancements amid increasing concerns over its cooperation with Russia.
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