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N. Korea Claims Successful Test of New Weapon

Seoul, Sept. 22 (Jiji Press)--North Korea's Missile Administration successfully tested on Sunday a new weapon that is significantly important for advancing the country's weapons system technology, the state-run Korean Central News Agency said Tuesday. Japanese and South Korean authorities confirmed Sunday that two short-range ballistic missiles were fired in the day toward the Sea of Japan ...

On September 22, North Korea successfully tested a new weapon, according to the state-run Korean Central News Agency (KCNA). The missile was fired from near Wonsan in the eastern province of Kangwon and appeared to be a short-range ballistic missile. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un witnessed the test firsthand and emphasized its significance for advancing the country's weapons system technology.

Kim also noted that the test demonstrated North Korea's advanced defense capabilities, representing a modernization of its military power. The success of the test was deemed a critical boost to North Korea's war readiness and military development, and a significant challenge for its enemies.

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