N. Korea showcases 'Sniper' rocket launcher in weapons demonstration

North Korea showcased its latest military technology during a weapons demonstration held on Thursday, according to state media. The event featured the firing of a 600-millimeter ultra-precision multiple rocket launcher and simulated drone strikes. North Korean leader Kim Jong-un emphasized the country's absolute superiority in developing unmanned attack capabilities.

The demonstration took place alongside an exhibition on unmanned aeronautical technology, which was attended by Kim Jong-un. The day's events coincided with South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff detecting around 10 short-range ballistic missiles launched from the Wonsan area towards the East Sea. The projectiles reportedly traveled approximately 250 kilometers.

The weapons demonstration included tactical suicide attack drones, air-to-surface missiles from multi-purpose drones, cruise missiles, and a 600-mm multiple rocket launcher battalion. According to the Korean Central News Agency, the tactical suicide attack drones, air-to-surface missiles from multi-purpose drones, and cruise missiles managed to hit a designated target with 100 percent accuracy.