According to North Korean sources on the 4th, North Korea conducted a medium-range strategic missile launch exercise in the eastern region early on the 3rd. Kim Jong Un, General Secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea and Chairman of the State Affairs Committee, observed the exercise in person.
It is reported that the missiles used for training struck a target located in the eastern waters of North Korea. The training aimed to enable missile operators who control hypersonic strategic weapons systems to become proficient in fire control operations.
Kim Jong-un stated that it is necessary to use strong deterrence to control various threats and ensure a safe environment for the country's construction.