North Korea claims to have fired solid-fuel intermediate-range ballistic missile
North Korea declares a successful test of a solid-fuel intermediate-range ballistic missile (IRBM) with a hypersonic warhead, verifying its gliding and manoeuvring capabilities. Launched from an undisclosed location, the missile flew approximately 1,000 kilometers before landing in the sea. South Korea's military detected the launch and believes the IRBM, capable of targeting US military bases in Japan and Guam, is part of North Korea's ongoing military projects. This marks North Korea's first missile launch since December 18, showcasing advancements in its missile technology amid escalating t...