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North Korea successfully conducted a test-fire of a new hypersonic missile, advancing leader Kim Jong Un's plan to utilize solid fuel across its missile range, as reported by state news agency KCNA. The launch drew condemnation from neighboring countries and the U.S., reflecting concerns over North Korea's persistent missile development despite international sanctions.

North Korea launched a suspected intermediate-range ballistic missile, possibly related to developing a new solid-fuel hypersonic weapon. Solid-fuel technology offers advantages like easier operation and greater responsiveness in crisis. Countries like the U.S., Soviet Union, and China have utilized solid fuel in missile systems. North Korea's solid-fuel ICBM aims to enhance its nuclear counterattack capability.

North Korea test-fired a solid-fuel intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM), potentially its third such test in 2023, enhancing its launch capabilities with quicker preparation. Solid-fuel tech offers advantages like safer and swifter operation, evading detection, and surviving better than liquid-fueled missiles. Historically, China and the US advanced solid fuel, while North Korea, China, and South Korea have developed smaller versions. Solid fuel, though less powerful than liquid, remains stable longer, yet North Korea's Hwasong-18's development faces technological challenges, according to...

North Korea test-fired an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) powered by solid fuel on Monday, South Korean officials said, in what would be the third such test this year to boost capabilities for launching with little preparation.