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North Korea Tests New Air-Defense Missiles Amid US-South Korea Drills
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw the testing of two new air defense missiles designed to target aerial threats such as drones and cruise missiles, demonstrating superior combat capabilities based on unique technology. These tests occurred amid heightened military tensions on the Korean Peninsula, including North Korean troops crossing the Demilitarized Zone, and just days before President Donald Trump’s scheduled meeting with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung, where security issues including North Korea’s nuclear program are expected to dominate. The missile tests coincided with the ongoing joint U.S.-South Korea military exercises, which North Korea condemns as hostile and provocative, prompting Kim to vow an acceleration in nuclear weapons development. Additionally, Kim's regime has expressed support for Russia and hailed troops fighting there, further complicating regional security dynamics. The new missile systems reportedly have enhanced capabilities, including rapid response and the ability to intercept multiple targets simultaneously, raising concerns about their threat to East Asia and potentially the continental United States. Despite South Korea’s calls for renewed engagement and confidence-building with Pyongyang, North Korea has rejected such overtures and continues to prioritize military advancements and alliances with Moscow.

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