North Korea Test-Fires Strategic Cruise Missiles

North Korea test-fired two strategic long-range cruise missiles over the Yellow Sea on December 28, showcasing heightened “combat readiness” amid regional tensions. State media said the missiles flew for over two hours and accurately hit targets, with leader Kim Jong Un supervising the drill. The test aimed to assess counter-offensive capabilities of nuclear-capable forces. South Korea confirmed and closely monitored the launches, noting cruise missiles’ low-altitude flight makes them harder to detect and intercept.