Pyongyang, August 24 (25 local) — North Korean leader Kim John Un successfully test-fires ballistic missile “Pukguksong” from a strategic submarine from high depth.
The SLBM’s (submarine-launched ballistic missile) has successfully satisfied all operational parameters according to KCNA.
The SLBM test-fire was successfully carried out without any adverse impact on neighboring countries.
KCNA continues to report “the SLBM test-fire was successfully carried out without any adverse impact on neighboring countries”.
Interestingly “Japan condemns North Korea’s submarine missile launch as ‘unforgivable‘”, reports TheGuardian.
Read the full story at KCNA (North Korean state operated news agency).
Read the full story about Japan reaction to NK SLBM launch at TheGuardian.