North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw the official unveiling of a massive missile launcher capable of launching nuclear warheads into the South, state media reported Thursday. Kim Jong Un said that the new missile launchers are capable of carrying out a nuclear "strategic mission" and that no one can survive it, amid warnings of their direct threat to the capital, Seoul.
Published on: 02/19/2026 - 04:30Last updated: 02/19/2026 - 08:27
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw the display of a massive multi-barrel rocket launcher capable of launching nuclear warheads, according to what state media reported on Thursday.
During a ceremony held on Wednesday, Kim delivered a speech in which he praised the 600 mm system, describing it as unique in the world, and stressing that it is “suitable for a special attack, that is, to accomplish a strategic mission,” according to what was reported by the Korean Central News Agency, which used a common expression to indicate nuclear use.
Kim also stressed that the new weapon was designed for "deterrence" purposes, and claimed that it is invincible.
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In statements reported by the agency about him, he said, "If he uses this weapon, no one will have any hope of God's protection."
During a visit by Kim Jong Un last month to the factory that produces these bombers, officials and experts concluded that the system could be used against South Korea, including the capital, Seoul, located less than 50 kilometers away.
Analysts believe that this development aims to enhance Pyongyang's capabilities to carry out strikes against South Korea and the United States, noting that its disclosure may precede its testing and possible export to Russia, which strengthened its partnership with North Korea after its invasion of Ukraine.
France 24/AFP
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