North Korea unveils nuclear missile launchers for strikes against the South
In a new escalation that further heightens tensions on the Korean Peninsula, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw the official unveiling ceremony of a new system of massive multiple rocket launchers, which Pyongyang claims are capable of carrying tactical nuclear warheads and delivering devastating strikes to any location in South Korea.
Details of the new weapon and its destructive capabilities
According to the official Korean Central News Agency, the ceremony took place on Wednesday, during which 600mm . North Korean leader Kim Jong Un described the system as "unique in the world," asserting that it is designed to carry out "special attacks," a military term Pyongyang typically uses to refer to strategic missions involving the use of tactical nuclear weapons.
These launchers are distinguished by their ability to fire a barrage of missiles in a short time, making them difficult for conventional air defense systems to intercept. This system serves as a link between rocket artillery and short-range ballistic missiles, granting the North Korean military significant operational flexibility in the field.
Strategic context and development of the nuclear arsenal
This revelation comes within the context of a broader strategy adopted by North Korea since the 8th Congress of the ruling party in 2021, which prioritized the development of tactical nuclear weapons . By deploying these systems along the border, Pyongyang seeks to create a powerful deterrent against South Korean and US forces stationed in the region. Military experts indicate that converting multiple rocket launchers into nuclear delivery platforms represents a dangerous shift in North Korea's military doctrine, lowering the threshold for the use of nuclear weapons in potential conflicts.
Regional tensions and expected reactions
This announcement coincides with an unprecedented escalation in tensions between the two Koreas, with Pyongyang officially abandoning the goal of peaceful reunification and labeling South Korea its "main enemy." In response, Seoul and Washington have intensified their joint military exercises, which North Korea views as a rehearsal for an invasion. The deployment of these new bombers is expected to raise widespread international concern, particularly in Japan and the United States, and may prompt the UN Security Council to convene emergency sessions to discuss the implications of this development for international peace and security.
