New York : The test-launch of a new type intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) Hwasongpho-17 of North Korea strategic forces was conducted under the direct guidance of Kim Jong-un, the official Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) reported on Friday.
The missiles were tested on Thursday, Xinhua news agency reported.
Kim gave a written order to conduct the test-launch of the new type ICBM on Wednesday.
He visited the launch ground on Thursday and personally guided the overall process of the test-launch, according to the KCNA report.
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