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Kim Jong Un Tests Rocket Launchers, Threatens Adversaries

3/16/2026

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On March 14, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un conducted a test of rocket launchers with his daughter Kim Ju Ae, per state media.
Twelve 600mm rocket launchers were used.
South Korea detected about 10 ballistic missiles near Pyongyang.
South Korea condemned the launches as provocations violating United Nations resolutions, and Kim Jong Un said the drill demonstrated North Korea's tactical nuclear capabilities and warned adversaries' infrastructure would not survive.

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On March 14, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un conducted a test of rocket launchers with his daughter Kim Ju Ae, per state media.
Twelve 600mm rocket launchers were used.
South Korea detected about 10 ballistic missiles near Pyongyang.
South Korea condemned the launches as provocations violating United Nations resolutions, and Kim Jong Un said the drill demonstrated North Korea's tactical nuclear capabilities and warned adversaries' infrastructure would not survive.