Consider This from NPR Amid Missile Tests, What Is North Korea's Endgame?
Nov 22, 2022
Anthony Kuhn, an NPR correspondent based in Seoul, dives into North Korea's provocative missile tests, including the Hwasong-17, capable of reaching the U.S. mainland. He discusses Kim Jong-un’s familial legacy tied to the nation's nuclear ambitions and the urgent geopolitical implications for regional stability. Kuhn also highlights the mounting tensions between North Korea, the U.S., and China, exploring the complexities of deterrence strategies amid over 65 missile launches this year. International security is at a critical crossroads.
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Kim's Daughter at Missile Launch
- Kim Jong-un publicly displayed his daughter for the first time during a missile launch.
- This suggests North Korea's nuclear weapons are a national asset to be passed down.
Hwasong-17 Missile Test
- North Korea tested its largest missile, the Hwasong-17, potentially reaching the U.S.
- This test follows a period of unprecedented missile activity by North Korea.
Anticipation of Nuclear Test
- North Korea hasn't conducted a nuclear test since 2019.
- However, experts anticipate another test soon as Kim Jong-un is no longer bound by the previous moratorium.