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North Korea hypersonic missile claims

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Jan 8, 2025
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Containing Rivals

  • North Korea claims its new hypersonic missile is for self-defense and will "contain rivals".
  • This "contain" implies limiting rivals' actions by imposing limits and control.
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Missile Provocation

  • South Korea's acting president condemned North Korea's missile launch as a "provocation".
  • This term highlights the intent to trigger an angry reaction, often used in military and legal contexts.
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Deceptive Claims

  • South Korea's military suspects the North Korean hypersonic missile claim involves "deception".
  • They believe North Korea is trying to portray their weapons as more advanced than they actually are.
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