North Korea: North Korea fires long-range missile with potential to reach US mainland

North Korea recently test-fired a suspected new long-range missile, causing concern and swift responses from the United States, Japan, and South Korea. The missile flew for over an hour and reached an unprecedented altitude, indicating advancements in intercontinental ballistic missile technology. This has raised fears that North Korea may be close to testing an ICBM capable of reaching the US mainland. The US has condemned North Korea’s actions and is committed to protecting its homeland and supporting allies. There are also reports of North Korea strengthening cooperation with Russia, with North Korean troops reportedly moving towards Ukraine in Russian uniforms and using Russian equipment.