Kim Jong Un Leads Test of More Powerful ICBM Solid-Fuel Engine

Kim Jong Un observed a test of an upgraded solid-fuel engine capable of reaching the U.S. mainland.

“North Korea conducts engine test for missile capable of targeting US mainland North Korea conducts engine test for missile capable of targeting US mainland SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korean leader Kim Jong Un observed a test of an upgraded solid-fuel engine for weapons capable of reaching the U”

Associated Press

KCNA reported the engine achieved a maximum thrust of 2,500 kilonewtons.

Associated Press

The test was part of North Korea's five-year arms build-up to upgrade strategic strike means.

The engine's increased thrust could support multiple warheads on a single missile.

Hong Min said the test showed North Korea's resolve to acquire missiles capable of hitting targets around the globe.

CBS News

North Korea did not disclose the engine's total combustion time.

The test was part of North Korea's new five-year national defense plan.

“North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un oversaw a test of a new high-thrust solid-fuel rocket engine, according to state media, working on weapons capable of striking the U”

Fox News

Kim stated the test had great significance in putting the country's strategic military muscle on the highest level.

Pyongyang has accelerated its missile and nuclear programs since diplomacy with the US collapsed in 2019.