North Korea reports test of cluster-bomb warheads

Conflict · First reported 1 Nov, 01:35 · Updated 02:19

Image: Wikimedia Commons · NASA Johnson Space Center · Public domain

North Korea said it tested cluster-bomb warheads for tactical ballistic missiles, reporting that one warhead type could affect a target area of 12 to 13 hectares. The reports also describe plans to equip military units with different warhead types and note other recent weapons activity.

North Korea said it tested cluster-bomb warheads intended for tactical ballistic missiles; its report said a Standard Type 2 warhead could destroy a target area of 12 to 13 hectares at its highest density.
North Korea said the warheads fall into four categories and that military units would be enabled to use them according to operational aims; the reports give different timelines for that plan.
The reports place the test amid other North Korean weapons activity, including missile tests; one also describes recent tensions between the two Koreas and speculation about possible US–North Korea talks.

Summary written by Lux AI from 2 articles

Key facts

Reported target area: 12 to 13 hectares at highest density, according to North Korea.
Warhead categories: Four, according to North Korea’s Missile Administration.
Test timing: North Korea said the test took place on Saturday, Oct. 31; The Japan Times reported it was announced Sunday.
Attendees: Kim Jong Un did not attend, and Gen. Kim Jong Sik oversaw the test, according to The Japan Times.