Kim Jong Un's Push for Advanced Missile Systems

Kim Jong Un visits factory, wants it as main weapon.
Ordered missile expansion for 2026 party congress.
New 600mm Towed Launching System configuration.
Tested two strategic missiles.
KCNA calls system 'super-powerful'.
Analysts warn of saturation strikes on South Korea.
North Korean artillery could cause 10k casualties.
Kim aims to upgrade nuclear and conventional weapons.
System could be tested before Russia export.

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