North Korea: "ICBM Launch, a Thrilling Victory That Warms the Heart"

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[Asia Economy Reporter Bu Aeri] North Korea continued extensive coverage related to the test launch of the new intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) Hwasong-17.

The Workers' Party organ, Rodong Sinmun, stated on the 26th regarding the ICBM launch, "We saw it, and the world saw it," adding, "Our nation has become stronger once again, and our people have become greater once again."

They described the new ICBM as "the Hwasong-17, which soared like an arrow drawn with justice, demonstrating irreversible military strength and looking down on imperialist enemies," and attributed meaning by saying, "The height reached by the Hwasong-17 is the height of the great dignity and honor of our motherland and people."

They also emphasized that the ICBM was developed and launched independently. The newspaper said, "From start to finish, it is perfectly ours, achieved by the strength and wisdom of Joseon, and the pride of the people watching it overflows to the ends of the sky."

In a separate article, it was claimed, "How heartwarming and exhilarating our victory is," adding, "It cannot be seen simply as a collection of advanced scientific technology. It is an invincible sword reflecting the dignity and honor of the motherland and people, and a symbol of victory of our style of socialism, condensed with the will of the people advancing toward building a strong nation."

Regarding Chairman Kim Jong-un, who was present at the launch site, they described him as having a "majestic appearance," and as "Comrade General Secretary who raised his fist together with the warriors and left a historic painting that will be remembered forever."

The previous day, Korean Central Television also aired a report video portraying Chairman Kim as if he were the protagonist in a blockbuster movie, celebrating the successful ICBM launch.

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