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N. Korea tests 2 types of submarine-launched strategic cruise missiles: KCNA

North Korea said Thursday it tested two types of submarine-launched strategic cruise missiles in the East Sea the previous day. "The test-fire aimed to examine the current mobilized posture of the underwater combat systems and contributed to getting the Navy skilled in performing its strategic missions and showcasing high reliability, trustworthiness and ability of the war deterrents of the…

N. Korea tests 2 types of submarine-launched strategic cruise missiles: KCNA

North Korea conducted a test of two types of submarine-launched strategic cruise missiles in the East Sea on Wednesday, according to a report by The Korea Times. The test, overseen by Kim Jong-sil and other key figures in the North Korean military, aimed to demonstrate the country's advanced underwater combat systems and strategic missile capabilities. The test was seen as a display of the DPRK's war deterrent capabilities, with the Rodong Sinmun, the country's most widely read newspaper, reporting on the event.

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