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North Korea is reportedly set to launch an ICBM in November, according to South Korean officials

North Korea has positioned a launcher following the completion of preparations for an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) launch, with indications that the launch could occur in November, according to South Korean parliamentary sources referencing military intelligence. South Korean lawmaker Lee Seong-kweun reported that a mobile launcher has been set up at a designated site for a potential ICBM test, including the atmospheric re-entry of a … Continue reading North Korea is reportedly set to launch an ICBM in November, according to South Korean officials

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Australia's Minister for Defence Industry Pat Conroy.
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Australia to enhance its missile defense capabilities in response to China’s recent test of ICBM in South Pacific

Australia announced plans to enhance its missile defense capabilities in response to “significant concerns” regarding China‘s recent test of an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) in the South Pacific. The country will also increase its weapons stockpiles and exports to security partners as the region transitions into a new “missile age.” In a speech delivered on Wednesday, Minister for Defence Industry Pat Conroy emphasized that Australia … Continue reading Australia to enhance its missile defense capabilities in response to China’s recent test of ICBM in South Pacific

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Military vehicles carrying DF-41 intercontinental ballistic missiles travel past Tiananmen Square during the military parade marking the 70th founding anniversary of People's Republic of China, on its National Day in Beijing.
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China has carried out a test launch of intercontinental ballistic missile

On Wednesday, China announced that it had successfully executed a rare launch of an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) into the Pacific Ocean, a development that is likely to heighten international apprehensions regarding the nation’s nuclear expansion. The missile, equipped with a dummy warhead, was launched by the People’s Liberation Army Rocket Force at 8:44 a.m. Beijing time (0044 GMT) and “landed in designated maritime areas,” … Continue reading China has carried out a test launch of intercontinental ballistic missile

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