Kim Jong Un orders full readiness for nuclear strike after cruise missile test
This picture taken on January 6, 2025 and released from North Korea's official Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) via KNS on January 7, 2025 shows the launch of a hypersonic missile at an undisclosed location in North Korea. (AFP Photo)
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un supervised a test-launch of strategic cruise missiles and ordered full readiness for a potential nuclear strike to strengthen the country’s defense capabilities, according to state media.
The test, conducted on Wednesday over the sea off the west coast of the Korean peninsula, aimed to warn “enemies” and demonstrate North Korea’s nuclear readiness.
Kim stressed the importance of powerful deterrence and defense to safeguard national sovereignty.
South Korea’s military tracked the missile launches and detected signs of preparation. North Korea has been developing cruise missiles capable of carrying nuclear warheads.
Despite diplomatic talks with U.S. President Donald Trump, Kim’s rhetoric against the U.S. and South Korea remains harsh.
