After two months of silence on the test front, North Korea has launched its most advanced missile as of date. The missile, which is claimed by North Korea to be able to hit all of mainland USA, is part of an exponential increase of testing this year. So far, 23 missiles have been launched since February. This missile is said to be capable of carrying a nuclear bomb. To launch such a combination, experts say, North Korea needs about one more year.

Despite immense pressure of the USA and even a diplomatic mission of China, North Korea's closest ally, Kim Jong Un is not backing down on his weapon development.

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