Current Affairs - International - Discussion

North Korea successfully conducted the test launch of its Hwasong-19 intercontinental ballistic missile, demonstrating its long-range missile capabilities. The missile travelled 1,001.2 kilometres, reached an altitude of 7,687.5 kilometres, and flew for 86 minutes. The Hwasong-19 is hailed as an "ultra-powerful offensive means," marking a significant milestone in North Korea's missile development program. This test has implications for regional and global security, underscoring North Korea's military ambitions and technological advancements in ballistic missile technology.