On Friday, North Korea announced that Kim Jong Un oversaw the test-firing of new 240mm shells for a multiple rocket launcher system. The launcher guidance system would improve the rocket launcher's range and accuracy, increasing the threat to targets such as the South Korean capital of Seoul, which is roughly 30 miles away from the border with the North. This event took place on 04/26/2024 at the following location: Pyongyang, North Korea.
Incident Type: Military Conflict
Event Type: Show of Force
Total Fatalities: 0
Total Wounded: 0
Police/Military Fatalities: 0
Police/Military Wounded: 0
Civilian Fatalities: 0
Civilian Wounded: 0
Terrorist/Insurgent Fatalities: 0
Terrorist/Insurgent Wounded: 0
Number Arrested: 0
Source: UPI
