North Korea tests cruise, anti-ship missiles from new warship

North Korea has tested strategic cruise missiles and anti-ship missiles from a newly deployed destroyer, state media reported on Tuesday.

According to KCNA, the test was conducted to assess the operational performance of the warship, identified as the Chae-hyon destroyer.

During the exercise, two cruise missiles and three anti-ship missiles were launched to evaluate guidance systems, accuracy, and crew readiness in combat conditions.

The tests were carried out in the presence of Kim Jong Un and senior military officials, underscoring the significance of the program for the country’s defense strategy.

Experts say the move reflects Pyongyang’s growing focus on naval capabilities, alongside its ongoing missile and weapons development programs.

North Korea has increasingly expanded its missile testing activities in recent years, including cruise, ballistic, and submarine-launched systems, despite international sanctions.

Analysts say the development of advanced naval platforms, including destroyers, signals an effort to enhance maritime deterrence and project power beyond its sea waters.

The latest test highlights North Korea’s continued pursuit of military modernization amid global tensions and regional security concerns.

It also raises fresh alarms among neighboring countries and the international community over the potential escalation of military activities in East Asia.

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