North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw a test-launch of strategic cruise missiles and ordered full readiness to use nuclear attack capability, according to state media. The test was meant to warn enemies and demonstrate the country’s strong defense capacity. The launch took place over the sea off the west coast of the Korean peninsula. South Korea’s military detected signs of missile launch preparations and tracked the missiles after they were launched. Strategic cruise missiles have been developed by North Korea over the years to deliver nuclear warheads. These missiles do not bring as much alarm as ballistic missiles to the international community as they are not formally banned under U.N. Security Council resolutions. In the same week as the missile test, Kim emphasized the importance of loyalty and training for young military officers in visits to military schools. Although Kim did not mention any specific country, he has continued to use harsh rhetoric against the United States and South Korea. President Donald Trump had previously held summit meetings with Kim during his first term, but tensions between the countries remain high.
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