In response to joint US and South Korean military drills, the North Korean leader says the country must bolster its nuclear counterattack capability and be prepared to strike against its enemies 'without hesitation'.
Mr Kim, who oversaw the test, said the exercises improved the military's actual war capability and highlighted the need to ensure its readiness posture for any "immediate and overwhelming nuclear counterattack" through such drills.
"The nuclear force of the DPRK will strongly deter, control and manage the enemy's reckless moves and provocations with its high war readiness, and carry out its important mission without hesitation in case of any unwanted situation." This ballistic missile was launched during exercises in North Pyongan Province, North Korea according to state media.
North Korea has reacted furiously to South Korea-US combined military drills, calling them a rehearsal for an invasion against it.
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