North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw the test-firing of an upgraded large-caliber multiple rocket system, state-run media reported Wednesday.

North Korea struck a maritime target Tuesday during the test firing of an upgraded large-caliber multiple rocket launcher system, state media reported. State media Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) reported Wednesday that North Korea’s Missile Administration conducted a test firing to verify the effectiveness of the large caliber MRLS,

North Korea is claiming its latest missile launch verified an improved rocket launcher’s strike capability, mobility, intelligence and accuracy.

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw test-flights of hypersonic missiles and called for a stronger nuclear war deterrent, state media said Monday, as Pyongyang ramps up weapons displays ahead of a major political conference. North Korea’s state-run ...