South Korea Unveils Hyunmoo-5 Ballistic Missile

On October 1, 2024, South Korea unveiled its latest ballistic missile, the Hyunmoo-5, during a military parade marking the 76th Armed Forces Day. This 36-ton missile, capable of carrying an 8 to 9-ton warhead, is designed to target North Korean underground bunkers, enhancing South Korea's deterrence capabilities. The Hyunmoo-5 boasts an impressive range of approximately 3,000 kilometers and features advanced navigation and stealth technologies to improve accuracy and evade radar detection. The event also highlighted the strong military ties between South Korea and the United States, evidenced by the participation of a U.S. B-1B bomber during the ceremony. President Yoon Suk-yeol emphasized a resolute response to any North Korean nuclear threats, while the missile's design reflects South Korea's commitment to modernizing its military arsenal. The missile is part of the broader 'Three-Axis' defense strategy aimed at countering North Korean aggression.