North Korea says it tested submarine-launched cruise missiles

Summary

North Korea says it tested cruise missiles designed to be fired from submarines. North Korean state media said the tests aimed to assess the readiness of the country’s underwater combat systems, improve the Navy’s ability to carry out strategic missions and demonstrate the reliability of its nuclear deterrent.

Timeline

1. The Hindu

   17 Oct 2026, 20:11 UTCSource ↗

   The Hindu reports that North Korean state media said the country tested submarine-designed cruise missiles to assess its underwater combat systems, improve the Navy’s ability to carry out strategic missions and demonstrate its nuclear deterrent’s reliability.