Kim Jong Un tests new missiles days before US-South Korea summit

Published August 23, 2025 11:02pm ET



North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw the testing of two new air defense missiles on Saturday, state media reported.

The Korean Central News Agency said the two missiles were launched at targets in order to test their “combat capability.” The test appeared to be successful, as it was concluded that the air defense missile systems have “superior combat capability” in taking down potential incoming drones and cruise missiles due to their “unique and special technology.”

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