Choe Hyon featuring multiple vertical launch system cells.
Credit: State media KCNA
North Korea has launched a new class of destroyer capable of carrying tactical ballistic missiles, marking a significant evolution in its naval capabilities. The 5,000-ton Choe Hyon is equipped with a vertical launch system (VLS)—an unprecedented feature for the nation’s navy, likely developed with...
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