North Korea’s new hypersonic missile, promising a tough stance with the United States

By Raymond Fung

In a recent demonstration of military advancement, North Korea has revealed its latest technological miracle - a hypersonic missile, highlighting a significant leap in the country’s defense capabilities. The launch of this hypersonic weapon comes in the midst of escalating global tensions, especially with the United States. This particular weapon holds the power to reach anywhere in the US, posing a significant threat. It can reach the USA in approximately 17 minutes if it flies at its maximum speed (not counting the time for acceleration) and can reach anywhere in the US in under an hour.

The hypersonic missile, prominent for its unparalleled speed and agility, represents a formidable addition to North Korea’s weapons. This high-tech missile could outsmart current missile defenses, creating a new challenge for regional security situations.

North Korea’s revelation of the hypersonic missile is not only a showcase of military prowess but also a clear declaration to the United States. The solitary state has asserted a resolute stance, indicating its preparedness to safeguards its interest and confront perceived threats from Washington.

The timing of this weapon is especially noteworthy, as diplomatic relations between North Korea and the United States have been strained in recent years. Despite occasional discussions and diplomatic overtures, both nations have struggled with finding common grounds on crucial issues, which includes denuclearization and regional security.

In a separate KCNA (Korean Central News Agency) report on Sunday, North Korea’s foreign ministry vowed the “toughest counteraction” against the United States if Washington refuses Pyongyang’s sovereignty. Joint military drills between South Korea and the U.S. and their military alliance had caused the escalating tensions in the region, the ministry said in a statement carried by KCNA. The statement came as U.S. President Donald Trump said in an interview on Thursday that he would contact Kim again after the two had a working relationship during Trump’s first term.

The United States is concerned about North Korea’s new powerful missiles, such as hypersonic ones. They see these weapons as dangerous and a potential threat to safety in the region as well as around the world. North Korea building such strong weapons makes the situation tense. The United States always tells North Korea to follow the rules about making and testing missiles that the world has agreed on. They also want North Korea to get rid of their nuclear weapons and believe that talking and finding peaceful solutions is the best way to deal with North Korea’s weapon programs.